1984 BMW 323 vs. 2007 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Phedra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,314 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 735 kg more than 1984 BMW 323.
Because 1984 BMW 323 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 1984 BMW 323. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 323 | 2007 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 323 | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
