1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (103 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 213 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Lybra | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 70.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |