1978 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2006 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Phedra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 156 kg more than 2006 Lancia Phedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 De Tomaso Deauville 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 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. 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, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
1978 De Tomaso Deauville | 2006 Lancia Phedra | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
Model | Deauville | Phedra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1784 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |