1974 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, both 1974 Citroen CX and 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,588 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 318 kg more than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Because 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 216 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Citroen | Matra-Simca |
| Model | CX | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
