2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 146 kg more than 2006 Lancia Lybra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Lybra | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Lancia | Aston Martin |
| Model | Lybra | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1257 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
