2000 Lancia Lybra vs. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 6,747 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (454 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1205 kg more than 2000 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Lybra | 2008 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Lancia | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Lybra | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 6747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3580 mm |
