Our Favorite Dodge Models from the 50 Best of All Time

At Auto Evolution, editors have been putting together a comprehensive list of the 50 best Dodge models of all time. That doesn’t mean nameplates, that means specific models in time, and we’ve been enjoying reading through the articles so far. The last installment brought us all the way to 11, and while we eagerly await the exciting top ten to be unveiled, we thought we’d highlight our personal favorite model from each group of ten. So, without further ado, these are four of our favorite Dodge models from the 50 Best of All Time!

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1971 Dodge Dart Demon

Coming in right at the top of the first ten, the 41st ranked vehicle was none other than the 1971 Dodge Dart Demon. Today, the Demon nameplate is incredibly popular thanks to its insane powertrain, but the Demon name traces its roots back to this vehicle – which was almost named “Beaver,” thank goodness they changed their name. This vehicle had a relatively insane powertrain of its own given the time period, as its V8 engine was capable of generating 275 horsepower.

1974 Dodge Ramcharger

Man, this one… we just love the name, first and foremost! One nameplate that would eventually be split into two of the brand’s most popular models, the 37th-ranked Dodge Ramcharger was introduced in 1974 as the brand’s first foray into the increasingly popular full-size SUV segment. While it was preceded by the Chevy Blazer, it came a few years before the Ford Bronco and established its legacy through the years.

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1992 Dodge Viper RT/10

What an absolute icon. The 23rd-ranked Dodge Viper was always an exciting member of the lineup since its inception in the 1992 model year, introduced as a concept car meant to be a modern day Shelby Cobra. THis high-performance vehicle could compete with the best of them, even back in its debut year. The RT/10 was powered by an 8.0L V10, which was pretty rare for an American-made vehicle at that point in time. It was capable of generating up to 400 horsepower and accelerating from 0-60 mph in 4.6 seconds.

2015 Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat

Speaking of iconic performance vehicles, while the Challenger (ranked 12th) had been establishing its legacy for decades upon decades, it was in 2015 that something absolutely incredible made its debut. This year Dodge introduced its new Hellcat trim levels, offering enthusiasts an astonishing 707 horsepower, a top speed of 199 miles per hour and an acceleration of 0-60 mph in 3.6 seconds. What a beauty.