2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 1972 Maserati Boomerang
To start off, 2005 Lotus Esprit 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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Boomerang weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. (393 Nm). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Boomerang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Esprit | 1972 Maserati Boomerang | |
| Make | Lotus | Maserati |
| Model | Esprit | Boomerang |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Top Speed | 282 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
