1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (199 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 358 kg more than 1950 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 1950 Ford Zephyr has manual transmission. 1950 Ford Zephyr will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Zephyr | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Zephyr | ATS |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
