20 Times a Car Looked Like a Joke—Until It Outperformed the Competition

11. Plymouth Prowler

The Plymouth Prowler looked more like a comic book creation than a serious sports car, with its retro roadster styling and exposed front wheels. Most expected it to be purely a showpiece, but the Prowler’s advanced aluminum chassis kept weight low, and its V6 engine delivered impressive acceleration. On the drag strip, it regularly surprised skeptics by holding its own against more traditional performance cars. Road & Track