1972 Ford Galaxie 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 Ford Galaxie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Galaxie would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Galaxie is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1972 Ford Galaxie. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Galaxie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Galaxie weights approximately 339 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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, 1972 Ford Galaxie (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Galaxie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Galaxie | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Galaxie | ATS |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5765 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |