1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1314 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. 2013 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera has manual transmission. 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Nissan |
| Model | Bagheera | Titan |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2019 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3550 mm |
