1. Dodge Charger
   Chevrolet Camaro
2. Ford Mustang
   AMC AMX

Arguably the most iconic muscle car ever, the Mustang was first released in 1964. It proved one of the most popular debuts ever and within a year, 400,000 units had been sold, which quadrupled Ford’s sale estimates.

1. Ford Mustang
   Chevrolet Camaro
2. Dodge Charger
   AMC AMX

Produced by the American Motors Corporation between 1968 and 1970, the AMX was a GT-style sports car. It featured a 2-door coupe-styled body and had six different engine options, all V8s of varying size.

1. AMC Goblin
   Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
2. Ford Torino
   Buick Skylark

A mid-sized car model produced by Ford from 1968 to 1976, the Torino's most popular layouts included the two-door sedan. Ford also produced a few Torino models with higher performance specs. Most were powered by 7-liter "Cobra Jet" engine and are considered to be muscle cars.

1. Oldsmobile Starfire
   Chevrolet El Camino SS
2. Buick Skylark
   AMC AMX

The El Camino was produced by Chevrolet between 1964 and 1987. Despite the fact that it was a coupe/utility vehicle, the SS version was considered a muscle car and was powered by various big block V8 motors.

1. Plymouth Superbird
   Ford Torino
2. AMC AMX
   Pontiac GTO

Pontiac produced some iconic names in motoring, and none more so than its GTO. The first models, released in 1964, were available in a convertible, hardtop and coupe. This was a serious muscle car and remains a firm favorite with enthusiasts today.

1. Ford Torino
   Ford Mustang
2. Chevrolet El Camino
   Oldsmobile Starfire

Another vehicle that conjures the age-old question, "Is it a muscle car?" Well, the mid- to late '60s models certainly looked the part with their 2-door hardtop styling. And in terms of powerplants, the Starfire included a massive 7.0-liter V8. That's muscle car territory as far as we are concerned.

1. Cadillac CTS-V
   Ford Torino
2. Pontiac Firebird
   Chevrolet Camaro

Based on the Chevrolet Camaro chassis, the Pontiac Firebird was its own car and certainly caught the attention in the mid-1960s. The Firebird was powered by a range of engines including straight-six and V8s. Over 82,000 were sold in 1967, the first year of production.

1. Equus Bass 770
   AMC Rebel
2. Oldsmobile 442
   Plymouth Barracuda

The 'Cuda quickly became a popular muscle car from its release in 1964. In fact, it debuted two weeks before the Ford Mustang. Of course, later models featuring the Hemi engine are the most sought after.

1. Buick Riviera Gran Sport
   AMC Gremlin
2. Ford Mustang
   Chevrolet El Camino SS

The American Motors Corporation produced the subcompact class Gremlin between 1970 and 1978. A number of models were produced, but it was the Gremlin powered by either 5.0-liter or 6.6-liter V8 that are considered to be muscle cars.

1. AMC Gremlin
   Plymouth Superbird
2. Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
   Buick Skylark

Created as a high-speed racing machine, especially for NASCAR, the Superbird was also for sale to the public. The first models appeared in 1970 and were instantly recognizable thanks to the massive spoiler on the back.

1. Pontiac GTO
   Rambler Rogue V8
2. Ford Mustang
   Chevrolet Chevelle SS

Perhaps one of the lesser-known muscle cars, the Rogue certainly had the credentials. Not only was it a lightweight two-door coupe, but it had all the power it needed thanks to a 280 horsepower-producing V8. Sadly, it was up against Mustangs, Camaros and GTOs and never really stood a chance in that company.

1. Buick GS
   Rambler Rogue V8
2. Pontiac Firebird
   Chevrolet Impala SS

The Gran Sport badge first appeared on the Buick Skylark in 1965. By 1967, it was a marque all of its own. In 1970, the company released the Grand Sport 455, considered by many experts to be one of the greatest muscle cars ever built.

1. Plymouth Road Runner
   Pontiac Firebird
2. AMC Gremlin
   Chevrolet Camaro

Muscle cars quickly went from fast production cars to fast luxury production cars. The Road Runner was a step back to the early days of the muscle car. Released in 1968, the Road Runner gave buyers everything they wanted in a muscle car at a respectable price.

1. Buick Skylark
   Chevrolet Impala SS
2. Ford Mustang
   AMX Gremlin

Although the Skylark had been around since the 1950s, in 1965, Buick introduced the Skylark Gran Sport. It was available as a hardtop, coupe and convertible and powered by an engine produced for the first time in the 1950s - the Wildcat 455. This 401-cubic inch V8 engine produced 325 brake horsepower.

1. Dodge Charger
   Pontiac GTO
2. Buick Skylark
   Chrysler 300

Many muscle car aficionados call the Chrysler 300 the first muscle car. No matter if you agree or not, the 300, introduced in 1955 and produced until 1965 certainly had the cool factor.

1. Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R
   Chrysler 300
2. AMX AMC
   Buick Skylark

Got $60,000 lying around? Then you can own a modern Shelby Mustang. It is powered by a 5.2-liter V8 Ford engine that propels this Mustang to 60 mph in just 3.7 seconds.

1. Buick Grand National
   Pontiac GTO
2. Ford Mustang Shelby GT350R
   Dodge Charger

This '80s muscle car quickly took the fight to its more establish rivals from Ford and Chevrolet, particularly the GNX edition.

1. Rambler Rogue V8
   Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat
2. Ford Torino
   Buick Grand National

The most powerful muscle car ever built, the Hellcat produces an astonishing 707 brake horsepower thanks to its 6.2-liter supercharged engine V8 engine.

1. AMC Rebel
   Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat
2. Buick Skylark
   Chrysler 300

The Rebel, particularly the 1970 models, took AMC straight into the muscle car fight. This was a real looker, blessed with a muscle car stance. With “Up with the Rebel Machine!”, AMC's slogan for the car, they were certainly trying to buy into the younger market.

1. Ford Mustang
   AMC Rebel
2. Chevrolet El Camino
   Pontiac Ventura

Produced between 1960 and 1977, the Ventura had all the characteristics of a muscle car - large engine options, the correct look and much more. The second generation, led by a 2-door coupe, certainly fit the bill.

1. Chevrolet Camaro
   AMC Goblin
2. Buick Riviera Gran Sport
   Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

One of the most famous marques of the Corvette is the Mk II Stingray, produced between 1963 and 1967. This classic had either a 2-speed automatic gearbox or 3-speed manual with a range of engine options including small and big block V8s.

1. Buick Gran Sport
   AMC Rebel
2. Equus Bass 770
   Ford Mustang Boss 302

Only brought back for two modern models in 2012 and 2013, the Boss not only was straight in a fast line but could handle the corners as well, something muscle cars were not known for.

1. Plymouth Super Bird
   Ford Torino
2. Pontiac Grand Prix -
   Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

The Grand Prix was built by Pontiac between 1962 and 1973. It underwent a number of cosmetic changes during its 11-year production run, but always had a number of V8 engine options to give it that muscle car appeal.

1. Chevrolet Camaro
   Ford Mustang
2. AMC AMX
   Dodge Charger

The Camaro was first launched in 1967 and is still a Chevrolet model to this day. This muscle car has seen six different generations. The current Camaro offers three different engine configurations, with the SS sporting a 6.2 liter V8 capable of producing 455 brake horsepower.

1. Pontiac Grand Prix -
   Chevrolet Camaro ZL1
2. Plymouth Road Runner
   AMC Gremlin

This modern 650 horsepower behemoth gets you from 0-60mph in just 3.5 seconds and clocks a top speed of just under 200 mph. This is thanks to its 6.2-liter supercharged LT4 V8 engine. And what a looker!

1. AMC Rebel
   Rambler Rogue
2. Mercury Cougar XR7
   Equus Bass

Started by Henry Ford’s son, Edsel, in 1937, the Mercury brand was positioned in between the Ford and luxurious Lincoln brands. Although Ford ended the brand in 2010, some iconic Mercurys were built over the years including the Cougar XR7, basically an upscaled Mustang.

1. Cadillac CTS-V
   Chevrolet Chevelle SS
2. Pontiac Catalina 2+2
   AMC Gremlin

Built between 1961 and 1967, the Catalina 2+2 was both the lightest and in fact the cheapest of all the Pontiac coupes and convertibles. If you wanted a full-sized performance vehicle in the '60s, the 2+2 was a great option.

1. Dodge Charger
   Pontiac Catalina 2+2
2. Equus Bass
   Oldsmobile Toronado

A front-wheel drive muscle car? Yes, we give the Toronado muscle car status! Produced from 1966 to 1971, it certainly featured some unique styling but under the hood, it had that all-important V8.

1. Ford Mustang
   Plymouth Duster
2. Oldsmobile Toronado
   Chevrolet Camaro

A performance version of the Valiant, the Duster was a fairly small vehicle for the time. It had a range of engine options and was produced by Plymouth right until 1976.

1. Ford Torino
   Rambler Rogue V8
2. Plymouth Road Runner
   Chevrolet Impala SS

The Impala SS was a model offered by Chevrolet between 1961 and 1969. The 1969 model was powered by a 427 cubic inch 7.0-liter V8 which produced 335 horsepower.

1. Plymouth Duster
   AMC AMX
2. Ford Galaxie
   Dodge Challenger

Built between 1958 and 1971, the Galaxie was so named to take advantage of the space race between the USSR and the United States. This vehicle was in direct competition to the Chevrolet Impala and included a few powerful models considered to be muscle cars, especially those with the Cammer V8 engine.

1. Mercury Cyclone
   Ford Galaxie
2. Chevrolet Camaro
   Ford Mustang

The fastback version of the Cyclone was certainly a popular muscle car. The Cyclone was powered by a range of V8 engines, including the 428 cubic inch Cobra Jet.

1. Dodge Charger
   Pontiac GTO
2. Mercury Cyclone
   Buick Wildcat

Produced from 1962 to 1970, the Wildcat changed in looks pretty much every year. One thing that remained constant was the V8 engines found under the hood. The final model, produced in 1970, included a new 455 cubic inch V8 which produced 370 brake horsepower.

1. Ford Torino
   Buick Wildcat
2. Chevrolet Chevelle SS
   Mercury Cyclone

As one of Chevrolet's most successful marques, the Chevelle was produced over two decades between 1963 and 1978. The largest engine put into a Chevelle was a 454 cu in (7.4 L) big block V8.

1. Chevrolet Chevelle SS
   AMX Rebel
2. Ford Torino
   Dodge Challenger

The Challenger was first introduced in 1970 as a muscle car. The top of the range model from this era was powered by a 6.98-liter Chrysler Hemi engine. Since its reintroduction in 2008, over 400,000 Challengers have been sold.

1. Ford Mustang
   Dodge Challenger
2. Chevrolet El Camino
   Plymouth GTX

The GTX was another performance model made by Plymouth and marketed more at the more mature buyer. It was built between 1967 and 1971.

1. Chevrolet Camaro
   Dodge Charger
2. Ford Mustang
   AMC AMX

The muscle car revolution of the 1960s brought about the iconic Dodge Charger. And still today, the Charger, in its seventh generation, takes on its traditional rivals, the Corvette and the Mustang. The 2016 Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat has a 6.2-liter supercharged engine capable of producing 707 brake horsepower.

1. Plymouth GTX
   Ford Galaxie
2. Dodge Dart
   Plymouth Super Bird

Introduced in 1960 as a full-sized model, the Dodge Dart received numerous changes over the first three years of its existence. It was moved to the mid-sized segment in 1962 and then the compact car segment in 1963. It was in the years that followed that it moved into the realm of muscle cars, particularly with the addition of V8 engine options.

1. Dodge Dart
   Ford Mustang
2. Chevrolet Monte Carlo
   AMX Gremlin

Introduced by Chevrolet in 1970, early models of the Monte Carlo are considered to be luxury muscle cars. This model competed for market share against the Pontiac Grand Prix and Buick Riviera.

1. Chevrolet Monte Carlo
   Buick Skylark
2. Dodge Coronet
   Ford Galaxie

Although it was introduced in the 1950s by Dodge, it was the mid-60s models that muscle car enthusiasts loved. The 1969 model certainly looked the part, and with a 426 cubic inch V8 Hemi engine under the hood certainly sounded the part.

1. Dodge Coronet
   Buick Gran Sport
2. Ford Thunderbird
   Oldsmobile Starfire

The Thunderbird was originally devised by Ford to compete with the first generation Corvette. Much debate rages whether this vehicle could be considered as a muscle car, but early models certainly displayed many traits adopted by muscle cars in the 1960s.

1. Ford Thunderbird
   Oldsmobile Starfire
2. Buick Apollo
   Ford Mustang

Produced between 1973 and 1975, the Apollo from Buick was available as a 2-door coupe and hatchback and a 4-door sedan. The most powerful engine option available to the Apollo was a 350 cubic inch 5.7-liter V8.

1. Chevrolet Chevelle SS
   Buick Apollo
2. AMC Gremlin
   Dodge Daytona

Essentially a modified Dodge Charger, the Daytona was first released in 1969. The first Daytona was intended as a NASCAR racer and won its first race. Powerplants included a 426 cubic inch Hemi engine which produced 425 brake horsepower.

1. Chrysler 300
   AMC AMX
2. Dodge Daytona
   Chevrolet Nova SS

Although the Nova first entered the market in 1962, it was in 1964 that it attained muscle car status thanks to the introduction of a V8 engine. The Nova eventually had the full range of engine options available to its bigger stablemate, the Camaro.

1. Mercury Marauder X100
   Chevrolet Nova SS
2. Plymouth GTX
   Pontiac Grand Prix

This was a higher performance version of the Mercury Marauder, although it also featured a number of internal cosmetic changes as well .

1. Pontiac GTO
   AMC Gremlin
2. Cadillac CTS-V
   Buick GS

Modern muscle cars are very different from their '60s cousins. Take the CTS-V, for example, with a four-door layout. That said, this still breathes fire and is powered by a 6.2-liter supercharged V8 that produces over 600 brake horsepower

1. Ford Thunderbird
   Mercury Cyclone
2. Mercury Marauder X100
   Dodge Super Bee

Produced from 1968 to 1971, this muscle car was based on the two-door Coronet.

1. Ford Galaxie
   Dodge Dart
2. Buick Skylark
   Oldsmobile 442

Many credit Oldsmobile with the first muscle car way back in 1949. All we know is that the Cutlass 442, released in the mid-'60s, certainly was one.

1. Pontiac Ventura
   Ford Mustang
2. Chevrolet Camaro SS
   Equus Bass 770

A modern '60s throwback, this muscle car takes design features from all the classics and packages it together with a 6.4-liter V8 LS9 engine from General Motors which produces 640 brake horsepower. It will set you back a cool $250,000, however.