1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1995 Porsche 965
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 965 weights approximately 3 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, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin. 1972 AMC Javelin has automatic transmission and 1995 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1995 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Javelin will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1995 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Javelin | 965 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
