1972 Maserati Boomerang vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 29 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 151 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Boomerang should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 271 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (171 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Boomerang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Maserati Boomerang | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Boomerang | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4709 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
