Type
3S FHC
Number of doors
2
Wheelbase
2600 mm 102.4 in
Track: Front
1381 mm 54.4 in
Track: Rear
1442 mm 56.8 in
Length
4140 mm 163 in
Width
1734 mm 68.3 in
Height
1220 mm 48 in
Length:wheelbase ratio
1.59
Kerb weight
1202 kg 2650 lb
Fuel capacity
80 litres 17.6 UK Gal 21.1 US Gal
Bore
76.70 mm
Cylinders
V-8 in 80.0
Displacement
2.6 litre2588 cc(157.929 cu in)
Compression ratio
9.80:1
Fuel system
4 We 36 DCNF carbs
Maximum power
167.3 PS (165.0 bhp) (123 kW)@ 6200 rpm
Specific output
63.8 bhp/litre1.04 bhp/cu in
Maximum torque
216.0 Nm (159 ft?�·lb) (22 kgm)@ 4000 rpm
bmep
1048.8 kPa (152.1 psi)
Specific torque
83.46 Nm/litre
Manufacturer
Matra
Coolant
Water
Bore/stroke ratio
1.1
Unitary capacity
323.5 cc/cylinder
Aspiration
Normal
Compressor type
N/A
Intercooler
None
Catalytic converter
N
Top speed
230 km/h (143 mph)
Power-to-weight
137.27 bhp/ton
Engine location
Mid
Engine alignment
Longitudinal
Drive
RWD
Steering
rack & pinion
Suspension
front
Tyres: Front
185/70 VR 14
Tyres: Rear
205/70 VR 14
Brakes F/R
VeDi/VeDi
Transmission
5M
RAC rating
29.2
Number made
2
year
1974
The Matra-Simca Bagheera U8 is classed as a Concept by the majority of its drivers.