1972 Ford Gran Torino 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 Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 5,751 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (199 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 239 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 Gran Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Gran Torino | ATS |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5751 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 101 mm |
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 | 1742 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 61 L |