2007 Lancia Phedra vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 134 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2013 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Phedra. 2007 Lancia Phedra has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 1 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lancia Phedra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lancia Phedra | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Phedra | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
