1972 Maserati Boomerang vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1984 Volvo 360 is newer by 12 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 191 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Boomerang should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Boomerang weights approximately 284 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (166 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Boomerang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Boomerang | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Boomerang | 360 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4709 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
