1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1964 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. 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 116 more horse power than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 262 kg more than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1964 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bagheera | Victor |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2588 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
