1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover
To start off, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is newer by 40 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 2,030 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover weights approximately 1690 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 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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, 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover 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 | 2013 Land Rover ALL-NEW Range Rover | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Land Rover |
| Model | Bagheera | ALL-NEW Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | (:1): 9. |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2745 mm |
