1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 448 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Porsche |
| Model | Rockette | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 520 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 685 Nm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 349 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 Length | 3740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2270 mm |
