1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 100 kg more than 1966 Pontiac GTO.
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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | AMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Javelin | GTO |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 6375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 366 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2930 mm |
