1990 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra

To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2007 Lancia Lybra.

Because 1990 BMW 520 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 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1990 BMW 520 (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Lybra.

Compare all specifications:

1990 BMW 520 2007 Lancia Lybra
Make BMW Lancia
Model 520 Lybra
Year Released 1990 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1991 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 145 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 75.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 206 km/hour 210 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1542 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2600 mm


 

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