1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1992 BMW 520
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 20 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 12 kg more than 1992 BMW 520. 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1992 BMW 520 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Javelin | 520 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
