1968 BMW 2002 vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 270 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002.
Because 1968 BMW 2002 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 1968 BMW 2002. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1968 BMW 2002 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 2002 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
