1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1972 Maserati Boomerang
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 17 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 420 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. (393 Nm). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Boomerang.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1972 Maserati Boomerang | |
Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
Model | V8 Vantage | Boomerang |
Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4709 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 393 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |