1966 Audi Variant 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 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant 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 246 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 500 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS will offer significantly more control. 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 (373 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | Variant | ATS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2776 mm |
