1958 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2006 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Phedra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 20 kg more than 1958 Jaguar MK IX.
Because 1958 Jaguar MK IX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Jaguar MK IX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Phedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar MK IX | 2006 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lancia |
| Model | MK IX | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
