2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1970 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-350 | 1970 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-350 | Maverick |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2800 mm |