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10 greatest muscle cars of all time

It's hard for a car buff not to crack a smile — or at least an impish grin — at the sight of a classic muscle car. These overpowered iron beasts were built to deliver a beating and to take one. They were always willing and able to burn some rubber. And they were anything but agile. Big, heavy for the time, loud and rude, muscle cars embodied everything that was great about the American auto industry of the 1960s and 1970s. In a recent poll of our readers, we asked, "What's your favorite muscle car?" Here are the results, listed in ascending order of preference, as well as an overview of what made each beast special.

10. 1970 Buick GSX

The 1970 GSX was built atop the already potent Buick GS 455 big-block coupe. The GSX was officially quoted as having 360 horsepower and a monumental 510 lb-ft of torque, although like many muscle cars, these power figures were underrated. This 1970 coupe made a strong statement about GM's new willingness to go over its previous 400-cubic-inch limit, and it was available only in yellow or , both with the obligatory racing stripes, of course. Only 678 GSX coupes were produced.

9. 1968 Pontiac Firebird Coupe

Nowadays, the name Pontiac Firebird probably stirs up images of uninspired '90s coupes, or perhaps the painted-hood icons of the 1980s. (Remember Burt Reynolds' Firebird from the movie classic "Smokey and the Bandit"?) However, the Firebird dates back earlier than either example. The first generation was one of the best all-around muscle cars on the market. As it was until just a few years ago, the original Firebird was a close cousin to the Chevrolet Camaro, and the 1968 model offered a range of engines, including a roaring 400-cubic-inch V8 good for 335 horsepower.

8. 1969 Dodge Charger

If you don't recognize the '69 Charger, then you simply weren't watching TV in the 1980s. Painted orange and nicknamed General Lee, this coupe was quite a star on TV's "The Dukes of Hazzard." The baddest of the early Chargers was the R/T, with its standard 440 Magnum under the hood churning out a solid 375 horsepower. Its top available engine, however, the all-conquering 426 Hemi cranked out an astounding 425 horses, although the engine alone weighed nearly half a ton.

7. 1970 Boss 302 Mustang

The Boss 302 was a serious muscle car featuring the high-rev Boss 302 V8 engine, which was underrated at 290 horsepower to match its Camaro archrival. Made for Trans-Am racing excitement, the Boss 302 was good for a zero-to-60-mph sprint in well under seven seconds, and it regularly clocked a sub-15-second quarter-mile. As one poll reader described its high-rev eagerness, "Once the car hooks up and the revs climb above 3500, you better hang on for dear life."

6. 1965 Pontiac GTO

The Pontiac GTO, affectionately dubbed the "Goat," is about as quintessentially muscle car as it gets. For 1965, the 389-cubic-inch engine packed a stout 335 horsepower and was offered with a Tri-Power option good for an additional 25 ponies. While it was capable of dashes to 60 mph in less than six seconds, the GTO's sketchy brakes and subpar steering made the heavy beast quite a handful to control. But hey, that's all part of driving a true muscle car, right?

5. 1970 Plymouth Hemi 'Cuda

Fully redesigned for 1970, the Plymouth Barracuda was offered with no less than five high-powered V8 engines, although the awe-inspiring 426 Hemi was undeniably top dog, pounding out a crushing 425 horsepower. While its nose-heavy weight distribution made for questionable handling, no one was laughing when it came time for the Hemi 'Cuda to rip down the quarter-mile in the low 13-second range.

4. 1970 Chevelle 454 SS

No matter how you cut it, 454 cubic inches — roughly 7.4 liters — is a whole lot of engine, and it made for outrageous power in the 1970 Chevelle 454 SS. While its base power was already impressive at 360 horses, the LS6 upgrade made for an easy leap to a totally bonkers 450 ponies. This car, and the engine it held, basically represented the limit of the muscle-car power wars, and it is still the highest-output production car to date.

3. 1969 Z28 Chevy Camaro

The first-generation Chevrolet Camaro is guaranteed to stir emotion in the hearts of enthusiasts. In Z28 guise, the '69 Camaro had a small-block 302-cubic-inch engine designed for Trans-Am racing; it was officially rated at 290 horsepower, though its true influence was known to be much more. It also featured F41 sport suspension, standard front disc brakes and a Muncie 4-speed gearbox. It wasn't the biggest, fastest monster on the street, but overall, it was a great package and left little to be desired.

2. 1966 Shelby Cobra 427

Although not purely American, the 427 Cobra is one of the best-known muscle cars ever made. Based on a lightweight British AC Ace roadster, the Cobra was the brainchild of automotive legend Carroll Shelby, and it was essentially created by shoehorning a mammoth Ford 427 engine under the AC's hood. The end result was a frighteningly fast roadster that was also tremendously successful on the track. Today, top examples of these cars command incredible figures at auction houses worldwide.

1. 1967 Shelby Mustang GT500

The GT500 was basically a factory-authorized tuner Mustang created by Carroll Shelby. Introduced in 1967, the GT500 joined the GT350 on showroom floors and offered a 428-cubic-inch Police Interceptor engine with a conservatively rated 355 horsepower. Despite the larger engine, it was actually designed to be a more usable road-going vehicle than the lighter, race-ready GT350. Because of this, and its negligible premium over the GT350, the GT500 was an instant hit, just as it remains to this day.

Top 10 Fastest Cars in The World 2014

One of the most popular question from men is, which one is the fastest car in the world right now? Start from this question was build an in-depth review article about the top 10 fastest cars in the world 2014-2015 as you are reading here. Below list is comparing only on the top speed and technical features of a car.Many automobile aficionados and enthusiasts dream of driving the fastest car in the world, but only a few are actually able to purchase a high-speed production street-legal vehicle. Even though that auto industry continues to advance on a yearly basis, the list of the fastest street-legal cars rarely budges since producing a car that breaks the record of the current fastest car is not an easy thing to accomplish. Therefore, considering how far the need for speed has come, here is a look at the cars that have set record examples in terms of speed specification

List of Top 10 Fastest Cars In The World:

Here we go! Which one is your favorite car? Let’s review from top 10 to top 1.

10. McLaren P1 – Top Speed: 217 mph

 Almost every racer of today seems to admire the 903 hp McLaren P1 since not only is it a classy car, but it makes quite a unique style statement too. A 3.8 liter Twin-Turbo V8 engine is featured in this car that enables it to sprint out from 0 to 62 mph in just 2.8 seconds with a 217 mph top speed. Shoppers who want to own this car will have to pay almost $1.2 million for it.

Technical Features:
– Model years: 2014

– Engine: McLaren M838TQ twin-turbo 3.8 L V8 – 903 hp (horsepower)

– Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch

 – Accelerates: 62mph (100km/h) in 2.8 seconds

– Top speed: 217 mph (349.2 km/h)

– Worth: $1.2 million

9. Ferrari LaFerrari – Top Speed: 220 mph

The Ferrari LaFerrari is an aggressive and extreme sports car with a smart look that makes it appear like a jet, while the traditional cues of Ferrari that this car showcases are more than obvious. For the first time, a hybrid system has been featured by a Ferrari, which gives the LaFerrari better performance. A 6.2 liter V-12 engine, paired with two electric motors and a HY-KERS system, collectively deliver 663 lb ft of torque and 963 horsepower. As a result, the LaFerrari offers a 220 mph top speed while accelerating from 0 to 62 mps in 2.9 seconds. The LaFerrari is available for $1.3 million.

Technical Features:

– Model years: 2013 – 2014

– Engine: 6.3 L V12, electric motor & KERS – 963 hp (horsepower)

– Transmission: 7-speed dual-clutch automated manual

– Accelerates: 62mph (100km/h) in 2.9 seconds

– Top speed: 220 mph (354 km/h)

– Worth: $1.3 million

8. Lamborghini Veneno – Top Speed: 221 mph

The ultra fast Veneno was first offered by Lamborghini as a part of their fiftieth anniversary. High quality carbon-fiber was used by Lamborghini, while giving the Veneno an extremely sporty look and style. Lamborghini also gave the Veneno a 750 horsepower generating 6.5 liter V-12 engine that they paired up with a 7 speed automatic transmission. This is why the Veneno speeds up from 0 mph to 62 mph in just 2.8 seconds reaching a 221 mph top speed, and it comes with a $4 million price tag.

Technical Features:
– Model years: 2013
– Engine: 6.5 L V12 – 750 hp (horsepower)
– Transmission: 7-speed semi-automatic transmission
– Accelerates: 62mph (100km/h) in 2.8 seconds
– Top speed: 221 mph (355.6km/h)
– Worth: $4 million

 7. Zenvo ST1 – Top Speed: 233 mph

A 7.0 liter Corvette V8 engine is employed this power monster that is the Zenvo ST1. In fact, the engine is upgraded to Twin-Charged as a result of 1,250 hp is generated and gets the car going from 0 to 62 mph in 3.0 seconds. Considering the fact that only 15 units of the ST1 are being produced and manufactured every year, only 15 lucky individuals who can shell out approximately $1.25 million will be able to buy it.

Technical Features:
– Model years: 2009
– Engine: Turbocharged and Supercharged 7.0L V8 – 1,250 hp (horsepower)
– Transmission: 6-speed manual
– Accelerates: 62mph (100km/h) in 3.0 seconds
– Top speed: 233 mph (375 km/h)
– Worth: $1.25 million

6. McLaren F1 – Top Speed: 243 mph

McLaren Automotive is the designer and manufacturer of the McLaren F1, which set the record for becoming the fastest production car in the world back in 1998. The F1 is capable of reaching a 231 mph top speed when the rev limiter is enabled and a 243 mph top speed when the rev limiter has been removed. A number of proprietary designs and technologies are featured by the car, including a 6.1 L V12 engine and a 6-speed manual, while its current sale price is approximately $5.58 million.

Technical Features:

– Model years: 1992 – 1998

– Engine: 6.1 L S70/2 V12 – 795 hp (horsepower)

– Transmission: 6-speed manual

– Accelerates: 62mph (100km/h) in 3.2 seconds

– Top speed: 243 mph (391km/h)

– Worth: $5.58 million

5. Koenigsegg CCX – Top Speed: 245 mph

The Koenigsegg CCX finds its place right in the middle of the list of world’s current fastest cars. A twin-supercharged V8 engine has been fitted beneath the hood of the CCX that generates 678 lb ft of torque and 806 horsepower. Consequently, the CCX is capable of sprinting from 0 to 62 mph in just 3.2 seconds reaching a 245 mph top speed. Currently, the car is being sold at a price of approximately $5.5 million.

Technical Features:

– Model years: 2006 – 2010

– Engine: 4.7L & 4.8L V8 (twin s/c gasoline/ethanol) – 795 hp (horsepower)

– Transmission: 6-speed manual & automated manual

– Accelerates: 62mph (100km/h) in 3.2 seconds

– Top speed: 245 mph (394.3km/h)

– Worth: $5.5 million

4. Saleen S7 TT – Top Speed: 248 mph

The Saleen S7 TT/Twin-Turbo is definitely a racing monster and is quite a fast car that plenty of speed lovers seem to be fond of. There is an all aluminum Twin-Turbo powertrain under the hood of this car that delivers 750 horsepower, making it possible for the S7 TT to accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in jus 2.8 seconds. The attitude that the Saleen S7 TT is certainly quite distinctive and worth showing, but it comes with approximately cost from $580,000 to $650,000.

Technical Features:

– Model years: 2005 – 2009

– Engine: Ford 427, 7.0 L naturally aspirated V8 – 750 hp (horsepower)

– Transmission: 6-speed manual

– Accelerates: 62mph (100km/h) in 2.8 seconds

– Top speed: 248 mph (399.1km/h)

– Worth: From $580,000

3. Bugatti Veyron EB 16.4 – Top Speed:  254.04mph

Although the Bugatti Veyron EB 16.4 is being manufactured by Bugatti Automobiles, it was actually designed by the Volkswagen Group as a mid-engined sports car. Before the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport, the Veyron EB 16.4 was the world’s fastest street-legal production car, with a 253.81 mph top speed. No wonder Top Gear, the popular BBC television programme, dubbed the EB 16.4 the “Car of the Decade.” The Veyron EB 16.4 even reached a top speed of 254.04 mph against the Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse back in 2013, and is currently worth $2.7 million.

Technical Features:

– Model years: 2011

– Engine: 8.0 L (488 cu in) W16 quad-turbocharged 1,001 PS – 1,200 hp (horsepower)

– Transmission: 7-speed DSG sequential

– Accelerates: 62mph (100km/h) in 2.8 seconds

– Top speed: 254.04 mph (408.8km/h)

– Worth: $2.7 million

2. Bugatti Veyron Super Sport – Top Speed: 267.8 mph (Fastest Cars In The World 2013)

There is a reason that Bugatti Veyron Super Sport is the end of-the-line, ultimate Bugatti. This 1,200 Hp super car that has a top speed of 267.8 mph is slower than Hennessey Venom GT only 2.69 mph, which is the reason it was the world’s fastest production car until 2014. Just thirty of this ultra-pricey (considering its $3.4 million price), ultra-quick and ultra-rare Bugatti have been built as a send off to one of the world’s most coveted and extreme modern sports car ever built. The Super Sport has bigger intercoolers, four larger turbos, German troll dust, and some engine tuning that give it an additional 199 hp. It can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in jus 2.4 seconds.This car  worth: $3.4 million

Technical Features:

– Model years: July 2010

– Engine: 8.0 liter W16 – 1,200 hp (horsepower)

– Transmission: 7-speed DSG sequential

– Accelerates: 62mph (100km/h) in 2.4 seconds

– Top speed: 267.8 mph (430.9km/h)

– Worth: $3.4 million

1. Hennessey Venom GT – Top Speed: 270.49 mph (Fastest Cars In The World 2014 – 2015)

The Hennessey Venom GT is a sports that the Hennessey Performance Engineering, a Texas-based tuning house, first revealed back in 2010. The Venom GT is currently the fastest car in the world after a record of reaching a 270.49 top speed was set this year on February 2014 on the 3.22-mile shuttle landing strip at the Kennedy Space Center. The Venom GT has a Twin Turbocharged 7.0l LSX V8 engine and a Ricardo 6-speed Manual transmission, while its price currently starts from $6 million going up to $10 million.

Technical Features:

– Model years: 2012

– Engine: 7.0l [427ci] LSX Twin Turbocharged V8 – 1,244 hp (horsepower)

– Transmission: Ricardo 6-speed Manual

– Accelerates: 62 mph (100km/h) in 2.4 seconds

– Top speed: 270.49 (435.3km/h)

– Worth: from $6 million going up to $10 million