1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1988 TVR Type S
To start off, 1988 TVR Type S is newer by 15 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR Type S (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR Type S should accelerate faster 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, 1988 TVR Type S (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 TVR Type S 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 | 1988 TVR Type S | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | TVR |
| Model | Bagheera | Type S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2300 mm |
