1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1995 McLaren F1 LM
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 LM is newer by 23 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, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (660 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 438 kg more than 1995 McLaren F1 LM.
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, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (705 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1995 McLaren F1 LM | |
| Make | AMC | McLaren |
| Model | Javelin | F1 LM |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 660 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 357 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
