1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Italdesign Nazca | 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
Make | Italdesign | Matra-Simca |
Model | Nazca | Bagheera |
Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |