1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1994 BMW M5
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 22 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, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 225 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 (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1994 BMW M5 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Javelin | M5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 3795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
