2007 Alpina B5 vs. 2004 Italdesign Visconti
To start off, 2007 Alpina B5 is newer by 3 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, 2007 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Italdesign Visconti. (399 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Italdesign Visconti.
Because 2004 Italdesign Visconti is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alpina B5. 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, 2007 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Italdesign Visconti. (680 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Italdesign Visconti.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alpina B5 | 2004 Italdesign Visconti | |
Make | Alpina | Italdesign |
Model | B5 | Visconti |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 680 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |