1958 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (100 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 373 kg more than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1958 Lancia Flaminia (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Flaminia | 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Lancia | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Flaminia | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
