1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 14 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 227 kg more than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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 @ 3300 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1986 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Javelin | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 263 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 | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
