1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Maserati Boomerang
To start off, 1972 Maserati Boomerang is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Boomerang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Boomerang (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Boomerang should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Boomerang weights approximately 434 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. 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 Maserati Boomerang (393 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Boomerang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1972 Maserati Boomerang | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 40 | Boomerang |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Top Speed | 127 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
