Re: Q & A with Cadillac Chief Engineer, Dave Leone on 2016 Cadillac CTS-V & ATS-V

I had wondered what the difference would be to the equation since the LT1 engine picked up weight over the LS3 engine for an ATS V with a V-8 vs the twin turbo V-6. Also wondered how much exactly did the LF4 engine weigh (the VR38DETT weighs about 600 pounds). It sounds like the LF4 engine is right around 450 pounds..... with the LT1 at about 465 pounds.

 

Re: Q & A with Cadillac Chief Engineer, Dave Leone on 2016 Cadillac CTS-V & ATS-V

I had wondered what the difference would be to the equation since the LT1 engine picked up weight over the LS3 engine for an ATS V with a V-8 vs the twin turbo V-6. Also wondered how much exactly did the LF4 engine weigh (the VR38DETT weighs about 600 pounds). It sounds like the LF4 engine is right around 450 pounds..... with the LT1 at about 465 pounds.

Big question is what would the weight and performance levels be without AFM

 

Re: Q & A with Cadillac Chief Engineer, Dave Leone on 2016 Cadillac CTS-V & ATS-V

I would have asked more about upcoming Cadillac engines and if the CT6 chassis will get a big bwoy V12

 

Re: Q & A with Cadillac Chief Engineer, Dave Leone on 2016 Cadillac CTS-V & ATS-V

I would have asked more about upcoming Cadillac engines and if the CT6 chassis will get a big bwoy V12

I think we all know answer to this question

 

Re: Q & A with Cadillac Chief Engineer, Dave Leone on 2016 Cadillac CTS-V & ATS-V

I would think that the Cadillac engineers figure the ATS is V6 and the cts is V8, and the Camaro is the V8 version that people want, and the Camaro SS convertible is the ats convertible with a better engine.
How could the engineers and management NOT include right hand steering in the alpha platform???? It could be sold in Oz, UK and South Africa and actually make the cars desirable and available in those countries!

 

Re: Q & A with Cadillac Chief Engineer, Dave Leone on 2016 Cadillac CTS-V & ATS-V

I would think that the Cadillac engineers figure the ATS is V6 and the cts is V8, and the Camaro is the V8 version that people want, and the Camaro SS convertible is the ats convertible with a better engine.
How could the engineers and management NOT include right hand steering in the alpha platform???? It could be sold in Oz, UK and South Africa and actually make the cars desirable and available in those countries!

They can take RHD. But GM needs to organize its Marketing.

 

Re: Q & A with Cadillac Chief Engineer, Dave Leone on 2016 Cadillac CTS-V & ATS-V

I'm not sure I believe him about the weight differences. Sure engine for engine but when you add turbos, intercooler, plumbing and additional liquids I seriously doubt it's lighter.

I think the part about segment correct is the real answer.

 

Re: Q & A with Cadillac Chief Engineer, Dave Leone on 2016 Cadillac CTS-V & ATS-V

I'm not sure I believe him about the weight differences. Sure engine for engine but when you add turbos, intercooler, plumbing and additional liquids I seriously doubt it's lighter.

I think the part about segment correct is the real answer.

There's the fact that they can more aggressively control torque on the TTV6 than the V8, which means a lot of other components can have a little weight shaved off.

That said he also said it's not just the overall weight, it's the location of the weight. The TTV6 moves the center of mass further up but also further back when compared to the V8 - and that improves the handling characteristics.

 

Re: Q & A with Cadillac Chief Engineer, Dave Leone on 2016 Cadillac CTS-V & ATS-V

As a man who doesn't wear dresses, I really enjoyed this post.

Nice change from all the jibber jabber about frilly BS.

 

Re: Q & A with Cadillac Chief Engineer, Dave Leone on 2016 Cadillac CTS-V & ATS-V

I know I just got off work but I swear I had more energy before reading this. Cadillac news is depressing/draining nowadays. I'm actually more into trying to figure out how to get those two V-series Recaro seats set up like that (pictured) in my car themed man cave/entertainment room.

 

Re: Q & A with Cadillac Chief Engineer, Dave Leone on 2016 Cadillac CTS-V & ATS-V

It would be interesting to see the percentage of car sales across the globe, LHD to RHD. In the end it's a business decision Cadillac has to make, do they stick to LHD countries, or try to tackle RHD markets too. Others do it and make money at it, and the engineering isn't the issue, so it comes down to whether they want to do it or not. It has nothing to do with being arrogant. The UK (and many other countries) have infrastructure for RHD vehicles, and have for a century, so it's not simply a matter of them 'wanting to be different'.

 

Re: Q & A with Cadillac Chief Engineer, Dave Leone on 2016 Cadillac CTS-V & ATS-V

After driving the ATS-V and new CTS-V back to back on a track, I can tell you the CTS-V is a far superior track car in every way. It's confidence inspiring and handles like a sports car. The ATS-V is a good car and has good power, but on the track the CTS-V just dominates.

 

Re: Q & A with Cadillac Chief Engineer, Dave Leone on 2016 Cadillac CTS-V & ATS-V

So what are the Alphas selling so terribly, lack of value perception?

 

Re: Q & A with Cadillac Chief Engineer, Dave Leone on 2016 Cadillac CTS-V & ATS-V

So what are the Alphas selling so terribly, lack of value perception?

No. Lack of variants and real promotion. The CTS' case, there is also the XTS selling next to it for the same price. It's sorta like asking why the A7 sells so poorly next to the A8... or is it A6... Oh never mind

 

Re: Q & A with Cadillac Chief Engineer, Dave Leone on 2016 Cadillac CTS-V & ATS-V

I still think it was a mistake to not make a new, radically styled CTS coupe.