2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 825 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 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | |
| Make | Dodge | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Viper | Rockette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
