1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa vs. 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa (296 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 180 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa.
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.
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1959 Ferrari 250 Testarossa | 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
Make | Ferrari | Matra-Simca |
Model | 250 Testarossa | Bagheera |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 60 L |