1972 Dodge Dart vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 235 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Dart. (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Dart | ATS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2776 mm |
