1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 324 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, 1972 Mercury Comet (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Matra-Simca | Mercury |
Model | Bagheera | Comet |
Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |