1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1993 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 1993 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 21 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 969 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, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1993 Bentley Brooklands | |
| Make | AMC | Bentley |
| Model | Javelin | Brooklands |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 104.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 108 L |
