1972 Ford Torino vs. 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 937 kg more than 1976 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 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
Make | Ford | Matra-Simca |
Model | Torino | Bagheera |
Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2380 mm |