1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 32 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 613 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable 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 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Mercury |
| Model | Bagheera | Sable |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
