2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 30 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1194 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1975 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Silverado | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2380 mm |
