1972 Maserati Boomerang vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1980 Mercury Cougar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Boomerang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Boomerang 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 209 more horse power than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Boomerang should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Boomerang weights approximately 70 kg more than 1980 Mercury Cougar. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercury Cougar. (218 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Boomerang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Boomerang | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | Boomerang | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4709 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
