1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 745 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.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Porsche |
| Model | Bagheera | 911 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
