Can You Name All Of These Classic Cars From An Image?

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By: Bambi Turner

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Image: Greg Gjerdingen via Wiki Commons/Mytho88 via Wiki Commons/Mr.choppers via Wiki Commons

About This Quiz

Think you can spot the difference between a Road Runner and an Impala, or a Corolla and a Corvair? Know how to tell a Mustang from a Miura or a Porsche 911 from a Porsche 904? Take our quiz to see if you can recognize these memorable '60s rides!

The '60s were known as a time of major change, and the auto industry was no exception. Not only was there a huge rise in imports to take on Detroit's Big Three, but car designs and technology also went through major revisions. Gone were the big boats of the '50s, with their huge platforms and rear ends. Instead, automakers started focusing much more on performance, bringing powerful auto technology to the masses for the first time. Pony cars and muscle cars became all the rage, as manufacturers attempted to outdo one another with better handling, speed, and power.

Buyers in the '60s also got to choose from exciting new options, from tiltable steering wheels to air conditioning and even seat belts -- which weren't always offered on cars produced during earlier decades. The late '60s also brought increased safety standards, like recessed knobs, four-way flashers, standardized bumpers and defoggers. 

Think you can tell one coveted classic car from another? Take our quiz to test your knowledge of the greatest cars of the '60s!

Can you name this classic '60s ride?

Officially known as the Type II, the iconic VW bus came out in 1950. This first generation can be identified by its split-windshield, which was changed on later models. In 1960, VW split the front row seats to create a small aisle, making it easier for passengers to get around inside.

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Can you name this classic '60s ride?

Ford came out with its classic Bronco in 1966 to compete with Jeep and other sporty off-road vehicles. The '67 Bronco was small and easy to maneuver, but had surprisingly low towing capacity. This first generation design was known for its simplicity -- with flat glass and straight bumpers for a slim and minimalist design.

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Can you name this classic '60s ride?

The classic Porsche 911 featured a rear-mounted, air-cooled boxer-style engine. It had a smooth and sleek design combined with a small and light engine that was remarkably powerful.

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Chevy only made 69 units of its '69 Camaro ZL1, making the vehicle highly coveted to today's collectors. Introduced in 1967 to take on the Mustang, the ZL1 was known for its all aluminum V8 engine, which gave it the speed needed for success on the race track.

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Can you name this classic '60s ride?

Introduced in 1961, the Pontiac Tempest was an entry-level compact known for its roominess and hauling capacity. Produced throughout the '60s, the Tempest came with lots of optional extras, including air conditioning and seat belts, which weren't always standard on '60s cars.

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Can you name this classic '60s ride?

It's hard to find a more iconic car than the VW Type 1, affectionately known as the Bug or Beetle. Introduced in 1938, it experienced its greatest sales in the U.S. in the early '60s. The '63 model featured an updated engine housing and muffler, plus new floor mats, but kept the car's classic shape and design.

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Can you name this classic '60s ride?

Chevy produced the third generation of its iconic Corvette from 1968 until 1982. The 427 version with a "Big Block" engine was discontinued after 1969 and replaced with the 454.

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Dodge introduced the second generation of its iconic Charger model in 1968. Built on the Chrysler B platform, the sporty Charger featured rounded tail lights and concealed headlights. It was overhauled the following year after failing to find much success in racing circles.

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Released in 1963, the Aston Martin DB5 was a luxury grand tourer made famous for its appearance in the '64 James Bond film, "Goldfinger." The DB designation was in honor of Sir David Brown, who owned the company for more than 40 years.

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The '64 Ford Country Squire was a station wagon with classic wood paneling. Introduced in 1950, the 1964 version came with four doors, and had an upgraded tailgate assembly to replace the older two-piece tailgates.

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Can you name this classic '60s ride?

Named for a famous Spanish fighting bull, the Lamborghini Miura was introduced in 1966. The iconic sports car served as a pioneer in the mid-engine, two-seater layout that so many other car makers soon embraced.

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Chevy produced its third generation of Impalas from 1961 to 1964. This generation was installed on a GM "B" platform, and had a boxier look than previous generations. In 1961, the vehicle was available as either a sport coupe or a two-door sedan.

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Can you name this classic '60s ride?

The iconic Ford Mustang got its start in 1964, when the company introduced the car at the World's Fair. Often known as the 1964-1/2 because of when production actually began, this classic sports car started as a two-door convertible with a padded dash.

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Can you name this classic '60s ride?

Plymouth introduced the second generation of its Barracuda -- which was based on the Valiant body -- in 1967. Available in fastback, coupe and convertible versions, the '67 came with Coke bottle contouring and advanced safety features to comply with changing standards.

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The Jeep Wagoneer is a classic Jeep 4x4 that started out as a full-sized station wagon and remained relatively unchanged for close to 30 years. Over time, the wagon that was known for its impressive fuel efficiency in the '60s has morphed into a modern SUV,

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Ford only made a little more than a 100 of its GT40 race car between 1964 and 1969. The '67 Mark III was actually designed for road use, and featured softened shocks, better control and handling, and room for luggage in the rear.

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Lincoln produced the fourth generation of its classic luxury sedan from 1961 to 1969. Though the '63 Continental shared a similar design as other years, it did come with greater trunk space and an alternator, as well as slightly more leg room than the '62 model.

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Can you name this classic '60s ride?

Plymouth introduced the Road Runner as a lower-priced, but still powerful, alternative to the other muscle cars of the time. The 426 Hemi version came with a more powerful engine for an extra $700 on top of the purchase price.

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The '68 Rebel 770 Cross Country Wagon was the quintessential '60s station wagon, complete with a two-tone paint job. For the '68 model year, which was the last for the 770, the Wagon received improved safety and emissions features, including front shoulder belts, rear lap belts, and improved exhaust control.

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Jensen Motors produced only 127 units of its luxury grand tourer 541S between 1960 and 1963. It featured rack and pinion steering, and was the first British car to come with seat belts as a standard option.

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From 1967 to 1970, Toyota and Yamaha collaborated to produce the Toyota 2000GT. This two-door, Jaguar-inspired gran turismo helped make Japan a player in the global sports car market.

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When the Pontiac GTO was introduced in 1964, it was offered as an option package on the Pontiac Tempest rather than as an independent model. The "Grand Tempest Option" came with wider wheels, dual exhaust, a souped-up engine and of course, the iconic GTO badge.

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The Sunbeam Alpine was produced between 1959 and 1968. Fewer than 70,000 units of this two-door roadster were made in total. The '65 models had one interesting feature -- no option for automatic transmission, which many previous versions offered.

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The Mercury Cougar changed dramatically throughout the late '60s, transforming from a pony car to a muscle car, and getting a whole new body shape in 1969. The XR7 luxury trim package came with leather-vinyl upholstery and a wood-grained dash for added elegance.

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Honda came out with its N360 in 1967. This kei car -- a Japanese compact -- had an air-cooled, four-stroke, two-cylinder engine and front-wheel drive.

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Studebaker only made around 5,800 of its sporty Avanti luxury coupes between 1962 and 1963. In addition to a sleek design, the Avanti was known for combining state of the art safety features with power, speed, and performance.

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Buick first introduced the Special in 1936​ and brought it back in the early '60s after stopping production briefly in the late '50s. The first American mass-produced car with a standard V6, the Buick Special was named Motor Trend's Car of the Year in 1962.

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Dodge introduced the A100 in 1964 as a line of compact vans and trucks. Buyers loved the cab-over design, and the A100 became a competitor to the VW bus and small Ford and Chevy vans and pickups.

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Renault designed its Alpine A110 in a Berlinette style. The two-door sports coupe was popular enough in the '60s, but really hit its stride in the '70s on the rally circuit.

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Reliant produced its two-seater Sabre from 1961 to 1964. The car enjoyed huge success on the rally circuit, and came in both 4 and 6 liter engine designs -- known as the Sabre Four and Sabre Six, respectively.

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The '62 MG Midget was easy to spot because it featured no exterior door handles or locks -- giving it a smooth and sleek style. This two-seat roadster was modeled after the Austin-Healey Sprite, and '62 models got updated disc brakes.

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Dodge first produced the Lancer from 1955 to 1969. The '62 version was built on a compact Chrysler A-body frame and came in wagon, sedan and hardtop models.

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Can you name this classic '60s ride?

Introduced in 1960, the Dodge Dart started off as a full-sized vehicle before undergoing significant changes over the next few years. By 1962, the car had become a mid-size, and in '63, it shrunk again to become a compact.

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The '68 Corolla was part of the first generation release of this classic car. The subcompact four-door sedan -- whose name comes from the Latin word for "small car" -- was initially equipped with rear-wheel drive, while modern Corollas are front-wheel or all-wheel drive.

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AMC introduced the first generation Javelin in 1968. This front-engine, rear-wheel drive hardtop offered safety features like three-point seatbelts, as well as trim packages that could transform the Javelin into an impressive pony or muscle car.

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Until '66, the Shelby Cobra was designed purely for the race track, but in '67, the company made two 427 Super Snakes for road use. The first went to comedian Bill Cosby, while the second was destroyed when its owner experienced a major crash.

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The ultra-compact Subaru R-2 was produced between 1969 and 1972. Available as a two-door sedan or three-door van, it was a type of kei car -- a term used to describe small Japanese vehicles of the period.

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Monza was an upscale trim package offered on the Chevy Corvair compact. In 1968, the car, which came in coupe and convertible models, lost its air conditioning option in favor of a smog reduction feature -- which tended to turn off buyers seeking to keep their cool.

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Officially known as the Carrera GT, the Porsche 904 debuted at Daytona in 1964 and came in first in its class. Though the 904 had a sporty aerodynamic design, it was quickly outshone by the 911, which debuted that same year.

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When it was introduced in 1969, the 1300 was Honda's largest vehicle produced to that date. The sedan suffered from performance problems early on, but is now recognized as the precursor to classics like the Accord and the Civic.

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