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AMC Javelin AMX 6.5

General information

ModelAMC Javelin AMX 6.5
Year1972
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating60.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size6571 ccm (400.96 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement6571 ccm (400.96 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power258.50 PS (190 kW or 255 HP) at 4600 Rev. per min.
Max torque468.00 Nm (47.7 kgf-m or 345.2 ft.lbs) at 3300 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke105.6 x 93.4 mm (4.2 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed196.0 km/h (121.8 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.1726 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (460.6 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1500 kg (3,306.9 pounds)
Overall length4880 mm (192.1 inches)
Overall width1920 mm (75.6 inches)
Overall height1300 mm (51.2 inches)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2800 mm (110.2 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)
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