1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 198 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Maverick | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 6802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3970 mm |
