2006 Lancia Phedra vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2006 Lancia Phedra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (265 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 210 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (404 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Phedra. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Phedra. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Phedra has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Phedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Phedra | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Phedra | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
