Early Muscle Car? 1959 Rambler Rebel V8 (opens in new tab)

The Rambler Rebel debuted in 1957 and would set the stage for mid-size performance cars of the ‘60s. It was only available with a V8 engine displacing 327 cubic inches. So, it was a light car given the horsepower-to-weight ratio. The Rebel line was expanded in 1958-60 and the muscle car focus was toned down....