2006 BMW 130 vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 BMW 130 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lancia Lybra.
Because 2006 BMW 130 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 2006 BMW 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Lybra. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Lybra. 2006 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 2001 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2001 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 130 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
