1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1976 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
To start off, both 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera and 1976 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow weights approximately 1174 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. 1976 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow has automatic transmission and 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera has manual transmission. 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | 1976 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Bagheera | Silver Shadow |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1442 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.7 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 107 L |
