2009 BMW 135 vs. 1972 Maserati Boomerang
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 37 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 4 more horse power than 2009 BMW 135. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Boomerang should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Boomerang weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 BMW 135. 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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Maserati Boomerang. (393 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Maserati Boomerang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1972 Maserati Boomerang | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | 135 | Boomerang |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 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 | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
