2005 Lotus Elise vs. 1972 Maserati Boomerang
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 33 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 117 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Boomerang should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Boomerang weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (186 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Boomerang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 1972 Maserati Boomerang | |
| Make | Lotus | Maserati |
| Model | Elise | Boomerang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
