1962 BMW 502 vs. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette
To start off, both 1962 BMW 502 and 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 BMW 502 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 502 weights approximately 699 kg more than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 502 | 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | |
| Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
| Model | 502 | Rockette |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 72 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
