1994 BMW 316 vs. 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1994 BMW 316 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 316 (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 316 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1978 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, 1994 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 316 | 1978 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | BMW | Matra-Simca |
| Model | 316 | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
