1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Porsche 911 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1975 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, 1968 Porsche 911 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Matra-Simca | Porsche |
Model | Bagheera | 911 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |