2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 2005 BMW 630
To start off, 2005 BMW 630 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 630 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 630 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 2005 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2005 BMW 630 (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Lybra. 2005 BMW 630 has automatic transmission and 2001 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2001 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 630 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Lybra | 2005 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Lybra | 630 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
