1972 AMC Javelin vs. 2008 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2008 Bentley Azure is newer by 36 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Azure (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1228 kg more than 1972 AMC Javelin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 2008 Bentley Azure | |
| Make | AMC | Bentley |
| Model | Javelin | Azure |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 6761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 875 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 2695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 96 L |
