1954 BMW 502 vs. 2004 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2004 Lancia Lybra is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 BMW 502 would be higher. At 2,578 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1954 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 BMW 502 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Lancia Lybra.
Because 1954 BMW 502 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 1954 BMW 502. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Lybra, 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, 1954 BMW 502 (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Lybra. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 BMW 502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 BMW 502 | 2004 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 502 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2578 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
