The 1970s were a golden era for muscle cars, with car manufacturers pushing the limits to create powerful, fast vehicles. In this video, we’ll take a look at 10 of the quickest factory-original muscle cars from that decade and how they were optioned in the order of 0-60 mph times.
First on our list is the 1970 Plymouth Road Runner Superbird with a 440-cubic-inch engine that could reach 60 mph in just 5.5 seconds. Next up is the 1971 Pontiac GTO Judge with a 455-cubic-inch engine that could do the same in 5.7 seconds. The 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 LS6 followed closely behind with a 0-60 mph time of 5.8 seconds.
The 1970 Buick GSX Stage 1 with its 455-cubic-inch engine could also hit 60 mph in 5.8 seconds, while the 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W-30 took 6.0 seconds to get there with its 455-cubic-inch engine. The 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T with a 440-cubic-inch engine clocked in at 6.1 seconds.
The 1970 AMC Rebel Machine with a 390-cubic-inch engine came in at 6.3 seconds, while the 1971 Plymouth Duster 340 took 6.6 seconds to reach 60 mph. The 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 429 rounded out our list with a 0-60 mph time of 7.0 seconds.
These muscle cars were not only powerful, but they also had unique and striking designs that captured the spirit of the era. They were a testament to the skill and creativity of the engineers and designers who created them.
If you’re a fan of muscle cars, then this video is a must-watch. It’s a fascinating look at some of the fastest and most iconic vehicles of the 1970s.
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