2008 BMW X5 vs. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 1369 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, 2008 BMW X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | |
| Make | BMW | Fairthorpe |
| Model | X5 | Rockette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
