1972 Maserati Boomerang vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 38 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1326 kg more than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (505 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. (393 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1972 Maserati Boomerang has manual transmission. 1972 Maserati Boomerang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Boomerang | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Maserati | Chevrolet |
| Model | Boomerang | Express |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4709 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3429 mm |
