1973 BMW 3.3 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1973 BMW 3.3. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 BMW 3.3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 3.3. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 3.3 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 3.3 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
