1972 AMC Javelin vs. 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12
To start off, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 is newer by 28 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 (800 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 545 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12.
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, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 | |
| Make | AMC | TVR |
| Model | Javelin | Cerbera Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 800 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| 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 | 1070 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
