2005 Alpina B3 vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alpina B3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alpina B3 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Alpina B3.
Because 2005 Alpina B3 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 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alpina B3 | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Alpina | Lancia |
Model | B3 | Lybra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3346 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |