1972 Maserati Boomerang vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 27 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 57 more horse power than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (249 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Boomerang should accelerate faster than 1999 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Boomerang weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster. 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, 1972 Maserati Boomerang (393 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche Boxster. (305 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Boomerang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Boomerang | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | Boomerang | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4709 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
