2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lancia Lybra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lancia Lybra would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra.
Because 2009 Aston Martin DBS 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 2009 Aston Martin DBS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | DBS | Lybra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
