1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 52 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Camaro | ATS |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |