1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Lybra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lancia Lybra | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lybra | M |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2915 mm |
