2001 BMW 318 vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 2 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Because 2001 BMW 318 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 2001 BMW 318. 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 318 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
