1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1984 Bitter SC
To start off, 1984 Bitter SC is newer by 12 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 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Bitter SC weights approximately 258 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 AMC Javelin (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1984 Bitter SC | |
| Make | AMC | Bitter |
| Model | Javelin | SC |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2690 mm |
