1982 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 2,588 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (202 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera weights approximately 107 kg more than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (258 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Maserati | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Bi Turbo | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
