1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 1995 Porsche 928 is newer by 21 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 5,395 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (345 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. 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, 1995 Porsche 928 (500 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (216 Nm). This means 1995 Porsche 928 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 | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Porsche |
| Model | Bagheera | 928 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2588 cc | 5395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 345 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
