1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 414 kg more than 1966 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 (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 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 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 has manual transmission. 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 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:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 2600 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 61 L |
