2003 AC Cobra vs. 1972 Maserati Boomerang
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 31 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, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Boomerang weights approximately 338 kg more than 2003 AC Cobra.
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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. (393 Nm). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Boomerang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1972 Maserati Boomerang | |
| Make | AC | Maserati |
| Model | Cobra | Boomerang |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
