2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (406 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
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, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT (509 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT has automatic transmission and 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera has manual transmission. 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 1977 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Matra-Simca |
| Model | GT | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 406 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
