1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1994 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (151 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Pantera.
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, 1994 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1994 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | AMC | De Tomaso |
| Model | Javelin | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 5761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
