1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Noble M12 weights approximately 150 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, 2001 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 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 | 2001 Noble M12 | |
Make | Matra-Simca | Noble |
Model | Bagheera | M12 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |