2000 Lancia Lybra vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 11 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2000 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 200 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 2011 BMW Z4 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 2011 BMW Z4. 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lancia Lybra | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Lybra | Z4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2497 mm |