2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 38 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 60 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 638 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Pontiac GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | F-350 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 67 L |
