1972 Maserati Boomerang vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1972 Maserati Boomerang is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercury Montclair 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 148 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Boomerang should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Boomerang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Maserati Boomerang | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Maserati | Mercury |
Model | Boomerang | Montclair |
Year Released | 1972 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4709 cc | 4192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 323 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2980 mm |