2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 1987 Maserati 420
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 253 kg more than 1987 Maserati 420.
Because 1987 Maserati 420 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 1987 Maserati 420. 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, 2006 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lancia Lybra | 1987 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Lancia | Maserati |
Model | Lybra | 420 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |