2008 BMW 525 vs. 1972 Maserati Boomerang
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 36 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 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Boomerang should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 280 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 1972 Maserati Boomerang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1972 Maserati Boomerang | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 525 | Boomerang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
