1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 1020 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Porsche |
| Model | Bagheera | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2920 mm |
