1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1999 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1999 TVR Cerbera 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 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 375 kg more than 1999 TVR Cerbera.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1999 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | AMC | TVR |
| Model | Javelin | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
