1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1988 BMW 525
To start off, 1988 BMW 525 is newer by 16 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, 1988 BMW 525 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 263 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1988 BMW 525 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Javelin | 525 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
