2003 Ford F-250 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-250. 2003 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1970 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 1970 Pontiac GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | F-250 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2850 mm |
