2004 Italdesign Visconti vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Italdesign Visconti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Italdesign Visconti would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (399 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Italdesign Visconti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Italdesign Visconti | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Italdesign | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Visconti | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 680 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3165 mm |
