1971 Chevrolet El Camino 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 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 99 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | El Camino | ATS |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5013 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |