1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 120 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Cadillac |
| Model | Sports Convertible | ATS |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2776 mm |
