2009 BMW M3 vs. 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1979 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | BMW | Matra-Simca |
| Model | M3 | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
