1995 Honda NSX vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 73 kg more than 1995 Honda NSX.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Honda NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda NSX | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | NSX | ATS |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2776 mm |