1972 Maserati Boomerang vs. 1986 Maserati 420
To start off, 1986 Maserati 420 is newer by 14 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 89 more horse power than 1986 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Boomerang should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Boomerang weights approximately 225 kg more than 1986 Maserati 420. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 420. (258 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Boomerang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Boomerang | 1986 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | Boomerang | 420 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4709 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
