1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1976 Porsche 912 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 912 (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 912 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1973 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, 1976 Porsche 912 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 912 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 | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Matra-Simca | Porsche |
Model | Bagheera | 912 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2220 mm |