2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW M3 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 2013 BMW M3. 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (314 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Lancia | BMW |
| Model | Lybra | M3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
