1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1972 Maserati Boomerang
To start off, 1972 Maserati Boomerang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Boomerang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Boomerang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1972 Maserati Boomerang | |
Make | Ferrari | Maserati |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Boomerang |
Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4709 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 393 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |