Ford Escort RS2000 Mk I

The Escort RS2000 is one of many classic Fords only intended for Europe. It was a popular vehicle for rally racing in the 1970s for its relatively small size and simplicity, and it still is to an extent. Under the bonnet is a 2.0-liter four-banger producing 109 horsepower and 117 lb-ft of torque, paired to a four-speed manual. The first-gen Escort RS2000 launches from 0 to 62 mph in 9.8 seconds and is capable of a top speed of 109 mph. It may be seen as underpowered to many, but the Escort RS2000 Mk I weighs just over 2000 pounds and wasn't designed to handle an incredible amount of power. Early performance-oriented European Ford Escorts pique my interest since it is a sporty vehicle that was never sold in the States. They aren't the coolest classic cars, but I bet the European Ford Escort RS models would be very fun to drive.

Dodge Viper ACR (2016-17)

 The 2016-17 ACR is the fastest and last Dodge Viper model ever made. Its engine specs are identical to those of the fifth-gen Viper base, GTS, GTC, and TA models, with a 8.4-liter V10 producing 645 horsepower and 600 lb-ft of torque. Each 2013 and newer Viper model launches from 0 to 60 mph in 3.3 seconds and can reach a top speed of 177 mph. All fifth-gen Vipers came equipped with six-speed manual transmissions. An aerodynamic kit sets the ACR apart from the other Viper trim levels, consisting of a prominent fixed rear wing, front fender cutouts, and a larger front splitter. While the 2016-17 Viper ACR was in production, it shattered lap records at various racetracks such as the Nurburgring and Laguna Seca. Unfortunately, FCA had to give the Viper the axe due to mediocre sales and its lack of side curtain airbags. Regardless, this snake is one of the most impressive Chrysler products in existence, despite now getting outshined by the Challenger Hellcat/Demon and Charger Hellcat. In terms of the competition, I would rather have the C7 Corvette, especially the Z06 and ZR1, because the Vette is more exhilarating and usable on a regular basis.

Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG Black Series

If you are not already noticing a trend, I am a Mercedes-Benz guy and the three-pointed star makes some of the best cars in the world. Therefore, this explains the frequent amount of Mercedes-Benz posts. The CLK63 AMG Black Series is the most hardcore of the last-generation CLK models sold in North America. In regards to the previous statement, the most extreme version of the 2003-09 CLK is the limited-edition CLK DTM, which never made its way stateside. Like many AMG models of the late 2000s and early 2010s, the CLK Black Series has a 6.2-liter naturally aspirated V8 under the hood, but with 500 horsepower and 478 lb-ft of torque. It can launch from 0 to 60 mph in 4.1 seconds and reach a top speed of 186 mph. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a seven-speed automatic gearbox. On the exterior, notable differences between the CLK63 Black Series and a standard AMG CLK include a more aerodynamic front bumper, carbon fiber air intakes, a carbon fiber rear spoiler, a carbon fiber rear diffuser, and flared wheel arches. The rear seats, several power-adjustable features, and other amenities have been removed from the CLK Black Series in order to conserve weight. As with the entire CLK range, the CLK63 Black Series doesn't have pillars between the front and rear side windows, which enhances the vehicle's beauty when the windows are rolled down. The CLK63 Black Series was only produced for the 2008 model year, with less than 700 in existence and only 367 shipped to the US, priced at $135k when new. To sum things up, the Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG Black Series is an incredible vehicle and flies under the radar with its subtle styling changes from the rest of the CLK lineup.