2004 Ford F-250 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 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 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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 (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford F-250. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | F-250 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 67 L |
