1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 2005 BMW 645
To start off, 2005 BMW 645 is newer by 43 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 1184 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, 2005 BMW 645 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. 2005 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette has manual transmission. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | 2005 BMW 645 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | BMW |
| Model | Rockette | 645 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
