1987 Buick Estate vs. 1972 Maserati Boomerang
To start off, 1987 Buick Estate is newer by 15 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 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Boomerang (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1987 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Boomerang should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 485 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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. (393 Nm). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. 1987 Buick Estate 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. 1987 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Estate | 1972 Maserati Boomerang | |
Make | Buick | Maserati |
Model | Estate | Boomerang |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4709 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 393 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |