1971 Buick Skylark vs. 1972 Maserati Boomerang
To start off, 1972 Maserati Boomerang is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Boomerang (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Boomerang should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 205 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, 1972 Maserati Boomerang (393 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Boomerang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 1972 Maserati Boomerang | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Skylark | Boomerang |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
