1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1972 Maserati Boomerang
To start off, both 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior and 1972 Maserati Boomerang were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 198 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Boomerang should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Boomerang weights approximately 370 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. 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 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Boomerang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1972 Maserati Boomerang | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
Model | Junior | Boomerang |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 4709 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 393 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |