1972 AMC Javelin vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 37 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, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 2009 BMW 135 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Javelin | 135 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
