1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1973 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, 1957 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1957 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Rover |
| Model | Bagheera | P4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
