2008 Audi A6 vs. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 46 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 449 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.
Because 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | |
| Make | Audi | Fairthorpe |
| Model | A6 | Rockette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
