2006 Lancia Lybra vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 6 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 530 weights approximately 295 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 2012 BMW 530 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 2012 BMW 530. 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, 2012 BMW 530 (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra. 2012 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2006 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2006 Lancia Lybra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Lancia Lybra | 2012 BMW 530 | |
Make | Lancia | BMW |
Model | Lybra | 530 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |