World of motorcycle has Harley Davidson as the symbol of masculinity. It has rebellious image and the growling machine. The motorbike has also a courageous history which enlightens the manly image as a resilient vehicle during the World War. As for the automobile, here comes the MUSCLE CAR. It is commonly defined as an American vintage car with huge capacity engine which is put it on a “simple” mobile.
The word “simple” refers to the minimum features available on the car on the other extreme to its magnificent engine. The REAL MUSCLE CAR comes in a simple appearance: rubber mat, vynil seats, and least interior. To feel cozy while driving is not on its list. Muscle Car only draws attention to the horse-power engine to produce magnificent speed.
People really loved muscle car during 1960’s to 1970’s. But the trend declined on the next decades as genre of ‘PONY CAR’ began to rise, lead by FORD MUSTANG. At the beginning, Pony Car was a muscle car with slimmer size. But its further evolutions made pony car became more similar to muscle car. They both were hard to differentiate. Was it a pony car or a muscle car?
Today, world acknowledges three BEST MUCLE CARS. The first one is the phenomel and most popular one: The 2010 CHEVROLET CAMARO. The automobile – as sexy as Megan Fox in Transformers, is recognized as the return of Muscle Car Generation when the concept was exhibited in Detroit Auto Show. But some pundits neglect the credit. They belive CHEVEILLE series of Chevrolet better deserves the recognition. Camaro is more a “pony Car”.

The 2010 Chevrolet Camaro - the Muscle Car
Apart of the genre classification, the CAMARO has superlative power of 304 horse power which is produced by six cylinder V-configuration engine. This feature has become the strong point. People call it the best V6-engined muscle car on the market these days. Not to mention its extraordinary exterior design. The robust and sporty design does not betray the classic masculine roundedness – the typical of a muscle car.
In the meantime, the best contender comes from the leader of pony car genre: FORD MUSTANG. In general, the 2010 FORD MUSTANG does not get much alteration from its legendary design but a developed capability performance, better interior and more aggressive and aerodynamic appearance.

The 2010 Ford Mustang - Muscle Car
Modern exterior along with comfortableness-focus interior has awarded Ford Mustang credit: One of the Best Muscle Car of the era. Another plus thing includes its V8 engine which is able to produce 315 HP with less fuel consumption compare to the earlier version. Advanced features on this car: All-Speed Traction Control and Advance Trac driving system ensure safety on high speed.
But, The 2010 DODGE CHALLENGER cannot be ignored. Apparently, this car shows the world how the real muscle car is. Its engine can produce great power! The V6 engine of SE series can produce 250 HP while the V8 engine of SRT8 series can generate 423 HP. With classic and ‘rough’ look, DODGE CHALLENGER meets all the requirements to become the real muscle car.

The 2010 Dodge Challenger SE series

The 2010 Dodge Challenger SRT series
| Souce: Esquire Magazine Indonesia, May 2010 | | Buy |
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