1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 39 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 645 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 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 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 | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | BMW |
| Model | Bagheera | X1 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
