2009 Audi RS6 vs. 2004 Italdesign Visconti
To start off, 2009 Audi RS6 is newer by 5 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, 2009 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2004 Italdesign Visconti. (399 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Italdesign Visconti.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi RS6. (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Italdesign Visconti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi RS6 | 2004 Italdesign Visconti | |
| Make | Audi | Italdesign |
| Model | RS6 | Visconti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 572 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
