1995 BMW 840 vs. 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1995 BMW 840 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 840 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1973 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, 1995 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 840 | 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
Make | BMW | Matra-Simca |
Model | 840 | Bagheera |
Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |