1972 BMW Turbo vs. 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Turbo weights approximately 4 kg more than 1977 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, 1972 BMW Turbo (177 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | BMW | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Turbo | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
