Top 10 Muscle Cars

Published on September 17, 2013 in Top 10 by Gilles Olivier

10 Ford Mustang GT (420 hp): With its old-school appeal, this is the quintessential American muscle car.

9 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray (455 hp): Now in its seventh generation, it’s full of promise.

8 Dodge Charger SRT8 (470 hp): This anti-conformist American sport sedan has evolved intelligently over the years.

7 Dodge Challenger SRT8 (470 hp): The 1970s pony car is back with retro sports-coupe style.

6 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 (505 hp): This high performance sports coupe features unique front and rear treatments.

5 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 (580 hp): The fiercest of all Camaros comes as a coupe or convertible.

4 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 (638 hp): Just as powerful as a Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano and yours for one-third the price!

3 SRT Viper (640 hp): Former Montrealer Ralph Gilles, who designed the Viper, convinced former Toronto resident Sergio Marchionne, head of Fiat/Chrysler Group, to save this magnificent speedster.

2 Ford Shelby GT500 (661 hp): This sports car gives Ford bragging rights for offering the most powerful muscle car in North America.

1 Shelby 1000 SC (1,200 hp): An impressive pack of horses powers this limited-edition car, which comes to us directly from the workshop of the late Carroll Shelby.