1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 35 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 5,549 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan 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 | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Nissan |
| Model | Bagheera | Titan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 5549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3560 mm |
