2008 BMW 545 vs. 1972 Maserati Boomerang
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 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, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. 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, 2008 BMW 545 (450 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. (393 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Boomerang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 545 | 1972 Maserati Boomerang | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 545 | Boomerang |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 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 |
