1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1969 Bristol 410
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bristol 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bristol 410 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bristol 410 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bristol 410 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Bristol 410 weights approximately 133 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, 1969 Bristol 410 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Bristol 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1969 Bristol 410 | |
| Make | AMC | Bristol |
| Model | Javelin | 410 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 81 L |
