2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1514 kg more than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1976 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Land Rover | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Discovery | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
