Drag Race from the 1960s

Rare drag race footage of famous musicians from the 1960s. Browse 7 clips below.

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About Drag Race Footage

Drag race footage distils the automotive experience down to its most primal element — two cars, a straight line, and the question of which one gets to the end first. From professional quarter-mile events at purpose-built strips to impromptu roll races and YouTube-style matchups, these clips deliver instant gratification and settle arguments that have been raging in comment sections for years. The best drag race content includes unexpected results — the moment a sleeper build embarrasses a supercar, or a classic muscle car holds its own against a modern rival.

The 1960s in Music

The 1960s was the golden age of the muscle car and one of the most romanticised decades in automotive history. The Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Camaro, Dodge Charger, and Pontiac GTO were battling for supremacy on American streets, while Ford and Ferrari waged war at Le Mans in a rivalry that defined an era. In Europe, Lamborghini was born, the Porsche 911 became an icon, and the E-Type Jaguar was declared the most beautiful car ever made. Behind-the-scenes footage from this decade — factory lines, race paddocks, and design studios — captures an industry at the peak of its ambition.