2004 Italdesign Visconti vs. 1990 Lexus LS
To start off, 2004 Italdesign Visconti is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lexus LS would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (399 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1990 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti should accelerate faster than 1990 Lexus LS.
Because 2004 Italdesign Visconti is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lexus LS. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Italdesign Visconti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Italdesign Visconti | 1990 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Italdesign | Lexus |
| Model | Visconti | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 680 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
