2006 Ford F-350 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
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 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-350. (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 507 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | F-350 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 67 L |
