1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera 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 35 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 33 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (185 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Peugeot |
| Model | Bagheera | 505 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2588 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| 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 | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
