1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Optima weights approximately 539 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
Because 1969 Ferrari Dino 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 1969 Ferrari Dino. 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, 2012 Kia Optima (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 2012 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Ferrari Dino | 2012 Kia Optima | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | Dino | Optima |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1583 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |