1972 AMC Javelin vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 39 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 170 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | AMC | Porsche |
| Model | Javelin | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
