1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, both 1972 AMC Javelin and 1972 De Tomaso Pantera were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 8 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, 1972 De Tomaso Pantera (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin. 1972 AMC Javelin has automatic transmission and 1972 De Tomaso Pantera has manual transmission. 1972 De Tomaso Pantera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Javelin will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1972 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | AMC | De Tomaso |
| Model | Javelin | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
