2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 32 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 890 kg more than 1976 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Cadillac | Matra-Simca |
| Model | CTS | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
