2008 BMW 730 vs. 2004 Italdesign Visconti
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 4 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 145 more horse power than 2008 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 730.
Because 2004 Italdesign Visconti is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 730. 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Italdesign Visconti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 2004 Italdesign Visconti | |
| Make | BMW | Italdesign |
| Model | 730 | Visconti |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2830 mm |
