1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1954 Buick 70
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 70 (200 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 70 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 516 kg more than 1972 AMC Javelin. 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AMC Javelin | 1954 Buick 70 | |
Make | AMC | Buick |
Model | Javelin | 70 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1983 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3230 mm |