Are You Born To Burn Rubber Or Built For The Boulevard?
Welcome to the ultimate muscle car personality quiz—where chrome, horsepower, and attitude collide! Whether you’re a burnout-loving speed demon, a laid-back cruiser, or a garage-savant wrenching through the weekend, there’s a classic muscle car out there that perfectly matches your vibe. From roaring Hemis to sleek pony cars, each question will steer you closer to your four-wheeled alter ego. Buckle up, trust your gut, and find out which legendary machine lives in your soul. Ready to hit the gas? Let’s ride!
What’s Your Ideal Weekend Activity?
A. Drag racing at the local strip
B. Cruising by the beach
C. Working on DIY garage projects
D. Hitting a car show with friends
If You Chose A...
You might be the Plymouth HEMI ‘Cuda—built for pure muscle glory. Its monstrous 426 HEMI V8 produced 425HP and reached a top speed of 117 MPH. A legend at the drag strip, it looked as mean as it sounded.
Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA, Wikimedia Commons
What’s Your Preferred Soundtrack While Driving?
A. Classic rock—loud and proud
B. Bluesy vibes with some grit
C. Country roads, take me home
D. Funk or soul, smooth but groovy
If You Picked A...
You’re the Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454—a straight-line brute with a 454-cubic inch LS6 V8 pushing 450HP and hitting 142 MPH. It’s raw, loud, and iconic.
Pick A Color Scheme
A. Black with red stripes
B. Bright orange
C. Deep blue metallic
D. Racing green
Orange? That Screams…
The Dodge Charger R/T, especially the 1969 model, is Mopar muscle at its best. It packed a 440 Magnum V8 with 375HP and topped out at 124 MPH.
Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA, Wikimedia Commons
What’s Your Favorite Era?
A. The rebellious ‘60s
B. The bold ‘70s
C. The high-tech ‘80s
D. The roaring 2000s
Damian B Oh, Wikimedia Commons
Choose A and You're...
The Ford Mustang GT350, tuned by Carroll Shelby himself, had a high-revving 289 V8 making 306HP and a top speed of 140 MPH. Built to dominate road courses and look good doing it.
What’s Your Spirit Animal?
A. Bull
B. Panther
C. Eagle
D. Lion
Chose Panther? You're...
The Pontiac GTO “The Judge” snarled with 366HP from its Ram Air III V8 and could sprint to 124 MPH. Flashy, fast, and not afraid of attention.
Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA, Wikimedia Commons
What’s Your Style Motto?
A. Form follows function
B. Loud and proud
C. Retro is the new modern
D. Power dressing
Loud And Proud Fits…
The AMC Javelin AMX is a rare rebel. Its 390-cid V8 produced 325HP with a 130+ MPH top speed. It mixed showy lines with serious muscle.
MercurySable99, Wikimedia Commons
You Pull Up To A Light Next To A Tesla. You...
A. Rev and grin
B. Smile knowingly
C. Nod and stay cool
D. Hit the gas before the light even turns
Hit the Gas? That’s...
The Buick GSX Stage 1 was deceptively quick. Its 455 V8 churned out 360HP but boasted a monstrous 510 lb-ft torque, hitting 135 MPH with grace and grit.
Choose A Superpower
A. Super strength
B. Invisibility
C. Flight
D. Time travel
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Picked Time Travel? Say Hello To...
The Oldsmobile 442 was all about balance. Its W-30 package delivered 370HP from a 455 V8, reaching speeds over 130 MPH. A time-traveling ticket to street respect.
dave_7 from Lethbridge, Canada, Wikimedia Commons
Which TV Show Do You Like Best?
A. Knight Rider
B. The Dukes of Hazzard
C. Fast N’ Loud
D. Mad Men
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Knight Rider Fans Might Like…
The Pontiac Firebird Trans Am (1977) roared with a 6.6L V8 making 200HP and topping out at 113 MPH. It became a pop icon in Smokey and the Bandit.
Driving an updated 1977 Pontiac Trans Am SE at V8 Speed and Resto Shop V8TV, V8TV
How Do You Handle Conflict?
A. Hit it head-on
B. Outsmart them
C. Intimidate with presence
D. Let your actions speak
JOHN LLOYD from Concrete, Washington, United States, Wikimedia Commons
If You Intimidate With Presence...
The Mercury Cyclone Spoiler II was NASCAR-bred with a slippery nose and a 429 Cobra Jet V8 generating 375HP. It could exceed 140 MPH on the track.
What’s Your Ideal Vacation?
A. Road trip across Route 66
B. Exploring the Rocky Mountains
C. Racing at Bonneville
D. Beachside cruise in California
Dietmar Rabich, Wikimedia Commons
Route 66 Lovers =
The Chevy Camaro Z/28 packed a high-revving 302 V8 producing 290HP, with a top speed of 135 MPH. It was road-trip-ready with Trans-Am credibility baked in.
Muscle Car Of The Week Video #55: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 302, V8TV
Which Quote Speaks To You Most?
A. “I live my life a quarter mile at a time.”
B. “Speed never killed anyone.”
C. “Drive it like you stole it.”
D. “Built, not bought.”
“Built, Not Bought”? You’re…
The Plymouth Road Runner was a no-nonsense legend. With a 383 V8 producing 335HP and a top speed of 142 MPH, it proved performance didn’t need polish.
Joe Ross from Lansing, Michigan, Wikimedia Commons
Pick A Weapon
A. Sledgehammer
B. Katana
C. Slingshot
D. Crossbow
A Katana? You’re…
The Dodge Challenger T/A wielded a 340 Six-Pack V8 with 290HP, and it could reach speeds around 130 MPH. Light, agile, and lethal in corners.
Muscle Car Of The Week Video #24: 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A Panther Pink, V8TV
Choose A Snack
A. Beef jerky
B. BBQ wings
C. Nachos
D. Apple pie
BBQ Wings Fan?
The Ford Torino Cobra burned rubber with a 429 Super Cobra Jet V8 delivering 375HP and hitting 135 MPH. All meat, no filler.
Caprice 96 at English Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons
What’s Your Dream Garage?
A. Full of American classics
B. A one-car shrine
C. Built-in lift and workshop
D. A place for late-night wrenching
One-Car Shrine =
The Shelby Cobra 427 was borderline terrifying in the best way. With a 427 V8 making 425HP and a top speed of 165+ MPH, it’s a race car in disguise.
Pick A Movie Genre
A. Action
B. Comedy
C. Mystery
D. Documentary
Mystery Fans, Meet…
The Hudson Hornet, though pre-muscle era, had early muscle in its DNA. Its inline-six made 170HP—but with a low center of gravity, it ruled NASCAR at over 110 MPH.
You’re Most Productive...
A. At sunrise
B. After coffee
C. Late at night
D. Whenever there’s pressure
Night Owls Are...
Pontiac Firebird Formula 400 models came with 330HP V8s and topped out at 130+ MPH. Sleek and subtle, they prowled the streets after dark.
How Do Friends Describe You?
A. Loud
B. Reliable
C. Competitive
D. Stylish
Picked Stylish?
The Chrysler 300 Hurst blended muscle and elegance. Its 440 V8 made 375HP, with a top speed of 135 MPH—fast enough to match its gold accents.
Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA, Wikimedia Commons
What’s Your Dream License Plate?
A. “V8BEAST”
B. “FASTAF”
C. “NOSLEEP”
D. “OLDSKOOL”
“OLDSKOOL” Fits…
The Studebaker Avanti R2 was unconventional muscle. Its supercharged 289 V8 made 290HP and could hit 140 MPH—way ahead of its time, and proudly weird.
Final Question—Pick A Slogan
A. “Mopar Or No Car”
B. “Chevy Runs Deep”
C. “Built Ford Tough”
D. “Pontiac Excitement”
Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA, Wikimedia Commons
Mopar Fans Unite!
The Dodge Super Bee was a budget brawler with a 440 Six Pack V8 making 390HP and a top speed over 130 MPH. Loud, proud, and impossible to ignore.
Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA, Wikimedia Commons
Your Muscle Car Identity: Scoring Breakdown
Tally your points based on how often you picked each letter across all questions:
A = 4 points
B = 3 points
C = 2 points
D = 1 point
What Was Your Final Score?
Add up your total and see which muscle car spirit matches your score:
- 40–50 Points: “The Supercharged Showstopper”
You’re bold, loud, and built for the spotlight. You’re probably a Chevelle SS or Dodge Charger—never subtle, always savage.
30–39 Points: “The Street King”
You’ve got balance—looks, power, and presence. You’re a Firebird Trans Am or Mustang GT350: commanding attention without needing to shout.20–29 Points: “The Undercover Brawler”
You like to fly under the radar—but when it’s go time, you bring serious heat. Think Oldsmobile 442 or Buick GSX: quiet beasts with bite.10–19 Points: “The Retro Renegade”
You’ve got a soft spot for the offbeat and underappreciated. You might be a Javelin AMX or Studebaker Avanti—off the beaten path, but unforgettable.
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