1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1999 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 27 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 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 520 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (151 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 450 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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, 1999 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (332 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1999 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | AMC | Ferrari |
| Model | Javelin | F50 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 10497 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 69 mm |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 371 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 84 L |
