1972 Ford 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 Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 462 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 Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Torino | ATS |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |