2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1979 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Ferrari | Matra-Simca |
| Model | F430 | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 1440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
