1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 30 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | AMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Javelin | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
