2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1972 Maserati Boomerang
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 34 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 91 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Boomerang should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 390 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac CTS. (300 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Boomerang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1972 Maserati Boomerang | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | CTS | Boomerang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
