1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1972 Maserati Boomerang
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 20 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 600 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. (393 Nm). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. 1992 Aston Martin Virage 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. 1992 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1972 Maserati Boomerang | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Maserati |
| Model | Virage | Boomerang |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1080 mm |
