1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (296 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (199 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 8 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
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, 1969 Holden Monaro (516 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Holden | Cadillac |
Model | Monaro | ATS |
Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2775 mm |