1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 230 kg more than 1976 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, 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1955 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bagheera | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
