1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette (72 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Porsche 356 weights approximately 141 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Porsche |
| Model | Rockette | 356 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
