1974 Ford Maverick vs. 1968 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1974 Ford Maverick is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1974 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Maverick.
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, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Maverick. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Maverick | 1968 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Maverick | GTO |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 6549 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 603 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |