1951 Bristol 401 vs. 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 401 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1978 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, 1951 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1951 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Bristol 401 | 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
Make | Bristol | Matra-Simca |
Model | 401 | Bagheera |
Year Released | 1951 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2380 mm |