1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 1996 Honda NSX 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, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Honda NSX.
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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1996 Honda NSX | |
| Make | AMC | Honda |
| Model | Javelin | NSX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
