1993 BMW 840 vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 BMW 840 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 1993 BMW 840. 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 840 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
