1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (317 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 676 kg more than 1979 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (434 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Matra-Simca |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 60 L |
