1998 BMW 845 vs. 1972 Maserati Boomerang
To start off, 1998 BMW 845 is newer by 26 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 24 more horse power than 1998 BMW 845. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Boomerang should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 845. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 845 weights approximately 350 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, 1998 BMW 845 (420 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. (393 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Boomerang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 845 | 1972 Maserati Boomerang | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 845 | Boomerang |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
