2006 Audi RS4 vs. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette
To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 is newer by 44 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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, 2006 Audi RS4 (430 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | |
| Make | Audi | Fairthorpe |
| Model | RS4 | Rockette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
