1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 70 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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, 1972 AMC Javelin (468 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Javelin | 365 GTB |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 127 L |
