1973 Ford Maverick vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 475 kg more than 1973 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick. 2003 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Maverick | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Maverick | GTO |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2780 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |