2004 Italdesign Visconti vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 Italdesign Visconti is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (399 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon.
Because 2004 Italdesign Visconti is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (680 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Italdesign Visconti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Italdesign Visconti | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Italdesign | Ford |
| Model | Visconti | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 680 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
