1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
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, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Rover |
| Model | Bagheera | P4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2588 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
