2007 BMW 550 vs. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 45 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 949 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. 2007 BMW 550 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. 2007 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | |
| Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
| Model | 550 | Rockette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
