2000 Acura NSX vs. 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 26 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 3,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 373 kg more than 1974 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, 2000 Acura NSX (305 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (216 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Acura | Matra-Simca |
| Model | NSX | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3208 cc | 2588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
