2002 AC Cobra vs. 1972 AMC Javelin
To start off, 2002 AC Cobra is newer by 30 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, 2002 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 AMC Javelin. (255 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1972 AMC Javelin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 AC Cobra.
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 2002 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Cobra | 1972 AMC Javelin | |
| Make | AC | AMC |
| Model | Cobra | Javelin |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 6571 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 105.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2800 mm |
