1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 1996 BMW 730
To start off, 1996 BMW 730 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 846 kg more than 1976 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, 1996 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 730 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 | 1996 BMW 730 | |
Make | Matra-Simca | BMW |
Model | Bagheera | 730 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2950 mm |