1962 Fairthorpe Rockette vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 50 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. 2012 Audi A8 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. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Audi |
| Model | Rockette | A8 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
