1962 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, 2005 Kia Optima is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 643 kg more than 2005 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Cadillac Eldorado 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 Eldorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Eldorado (582 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (241 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Cadillac | Kia |
| Model | Eldorado | Optima |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
