Classic timeless: Top 20 Greatest American Muscle Cars

2. 1968 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500KR

The Mustang Shelby’s have always been icons, yet it was the introduction of the formidable Cobra Jet power plant that really set this model apart. This update, a variant of their 428 engine, unleashed a staggering 335 horsepower and 440 lb ft of torque. As the KR indications suggest, this beast was unquestionably dubbed the ‘King of the Road’.

1. 1966 Shelby GT350

Without a shadow of a doubt, the 1966 Shelby GT350 reigns supreme as the most exceptional muscle car of all time. This high-performance powerhouse was so cutting-edge in 1965, it took society a full year to comprehend its sheer potential. Initially, the hefty price tag hindered its popularity. But Ford, ever the visionary, ingeniously reduced the cost to a more accessible level, catapulting sales of this thunderously powerful muscle car, equipped with an optional supercharger.