Ford released its pony car as a competition to GM’s muscle cars like the Chevy Camaro and the Pontiac Firebird and as a bid to attract younger buyers.
In 1969 however, the Mustang saw a huge jump in popularity as no less than 6 factory performance Mustang models were available (Boss 302, 429, Shelby GT350, GT500 and the Mach 1). Additionally, 9 variations of V-8s were available in the ’69-’70 cars.
With the ‘Shaker Hood’, the hood mounted air-scoop and the long bonnet, the Mustang is every muscle car collector’s fantasy. The engines had so many variables among their tuners that a specific one is hard to narrow in on. The only fact common denominator was that they were all V8s producing anywhere between 400-500 bhp.
Movie stardom notwithstanding, the Mustang’s pure in your face all American muscle car personality is what makes it appear on this list. We’re sure you’ll agree.
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