1971 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (268 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 510 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS. 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Riviera | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Riviera | ATS |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2776 mm |