1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (208 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Kia Optima. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 623 kg more than 2012 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Cadillac DeVille 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 1962 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Optima, 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (590 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (252 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 2012 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | DeVille | Optima |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
