2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 293 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Lancia Lybra (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lancia Lybra | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Lybra | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |