2003 Marcos TS500 vs. 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 2003 Marcos TS500 is newer by 30 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 238 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Marcos TS500 weights approximately 125 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, 2003 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Marcos TS500 | 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Marcos | Matra-Simca |
| Model | TS500 | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2380 mm |
