2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Express | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2380 mm |
