2004 Ford E-150 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 34 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 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (256 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 497 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac GTO (461 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-150. (388 Nm). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-150 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | E-150 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 6546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2127 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 67 L |
