1972 Maserati Boomerang vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 31 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 165 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Boomerang should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 646 kg more than 1972 Maserati Boomerang.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (344 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Boomerang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Boomerang | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Boomerang | Viano |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4709 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 268 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
