2005 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 6 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2005 De Tomaso Guara 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 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 De Tomaso Guara | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
Model | Guara | Lybra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |