1972 AMC Javelin vs. 2009 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 483 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 AMC Javelin. (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 AMC Javelin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 2009 BMW 750 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Javelin | 750 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
