Top 20 Muscle Cars of All Time

15. 1970 Ford Torino Cobra 429 Jet

Of the available Torino models, the Torino Cobra remained the no-nonsense pure performance model. The Torino Cobra was Motor Trend’s car of the year in 1970. The Cobra was only available as a SportsRoof model, and came standard with a 4-speed close ratio transmission, Hurst shifter, competition suspension, twist style exposed hood latches, and “Cobra” emblems. Additional features included 15 inch Magnum wheels and black “sports slats” for the rear window. Horsepower output for the Torino Cobra’s 429 V8 engine was rated at 370. Even though this model Torino was heavier than others, it was still more powerful. The Torino Cobra was able to reach 60 mph in 5.8 seconds and rand the quarter mile at 100 mph in 14.5 seconds.