2006 BMW 530 vs. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 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 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 919 kg more than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. 2006 BMW 530 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. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | |
| Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
| Model | 530 | Rockette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1596 cc |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
