2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 34 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 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 745 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1973 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Matra-Simca |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
