1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1972 Maserati Boomerang
To start off, 1972 Maserati Boomerang is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 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 219 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Boomerang should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Boomerang weights approximately 10 kg more than 1952 Austin A 90. 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 90. (190 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Boomerang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 1972 Maserati Boomerang | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | A 90 | Boomerang |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
