1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette
To start off, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 447 kg more than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fairthorpe |
| Model | DB2 | Rockette |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |
