1972 AMC Javelin vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 289 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 1972 AMC Javelin has automatic transmission and 2010 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2010 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Javelin will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | AMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Javelin | CTS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
