1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1994 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1994 Italdesign Nazca 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 465 kg more than 1994 Italdesign Nazca.
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 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1994 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | AMC | Italdesign |
| Model | Javelin | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
