1972 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 545 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Cadillac ATS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Cadillac |
| Model | Toronado | ATS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 61 L |
