1972 AMC Javelin vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 38 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1972 AMC Javelin.
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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | AMC | BMW |
| Model | Javelin | 325 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 248 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
