1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 De Tomaso Pantera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 De Tomaso Pantera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 100 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, 1971 De Tomaso Pantera (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1971 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1971 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | AMC | De Tomaso |
| Model | Javelin | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
