1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1996 BMW 528
To start off, 1996 BMW 528 is newer by 24 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (201 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 528 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1972 AMC Javelin.
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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1996 BMW 528 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Javelin | 528 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
