1948 GAZ M-20 vs. 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 GAZ M-20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 GAZ M-20 would be higher. At 2,120 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 GAZ M-20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1948 GAZ M-20. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1948 GAZ M-20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 GAZ M-20 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1948 GAZ M-20 (125 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1948 GAZ M-20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 GAZ M-20 | 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | GAZ | Matra-Simca |
| Model | M-20 | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2120 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
