1954 Buick 40 vs. 1972 Maserati Boomerang
To start off, 1972 Maserati Boomerang is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Boomerang (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Boomerang should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1972 Maserati Boomerang.
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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. (393 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Boomerang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1972 Maserati Boomerang | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | 40 | Boomerang |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
