2007 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 2007 Land Rover LR3 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Because 2007 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. 2007 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera has manual transmission. 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover LR3 | 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Land Rover | Matra-Simca |
| Model | LR3 | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4393 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 60 L |
