2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1972 Maserati Boomerang
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 32 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 31 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Boomerang should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 615 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (387 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Boomerang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1972 Maserati Boomerang | |
| Make | Buick | Maserati |
| Model | Rainier | Boomerang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
