1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 37 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 1045 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.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 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 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Audi |
| Model | Bagheera | A7 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2914 mm |
