For over 30 years, this Ford engine has maintained its reign of superiority regarding its award-winning abilities.

The Ford GT90 was a quad-turbo V12 supercar meant to challenge McLaren and Ferrari, but it vanished after one prototype.

Ford built four of these, and sent three to the scrapyard.

Despite being discontinued over a decade ago, the Ford Crown Victoria remains a popular choice in the used car market.

Aston Martin DB9, Ferrari FF, Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212, Volvo S80 and V70, and Volkswagen Phaeton. Together they reflect how quickly the auto industry can change.