1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (420 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1449 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (551 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. (470 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Italdesign Nazca | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Italdesign | Volkswagen |
| Model | Nazca | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
