2004 Italdesign Visconti vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 8 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 66 more horse power than 2012 Audi S5. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S5.
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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Italdesign Visconti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Italdesign Visconti | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Audi |
| Model | Visconti | S5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 680 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
