1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 400 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Javelin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Javelin would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 429 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Javelin | 400 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| 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 | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 120 L |
