1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (199 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 133 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | 2600 | ATS |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |