2005 Lancia Lybra vs. 2011 SSC Aero
To start off, 2011 SSC Aero is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 913 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 172 kg more than 2011 SSC Aero.
Because 2011 SSC Aero 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 2011 SSC Aero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2011 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lancia Lybra | 2011 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Lancia | SSC |
| Model | Lybra | Aero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1090 mm |
