1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 814 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Porsche |
| Model | Rockette | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 711 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
