1966 Ford Galaxie 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 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 6,387 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1966 Ford Galaxie. (236 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 222 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Galaxie. 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, 1966 Ford Galaxie (406 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Galaxie | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Galaxie | ATS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6387 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2776 mm |
