What was the most iconic race car historically and who drove it?
The Porsche 917 is widely regarded as one of the most iconic race cars of all time. Driven by the legendary Steve McQueen in the 1971 film 'Le Mans', the 917 was capable of reaching speeds of up to 240 mph and won numerous championship races in the 1970s. The 917 was designed by Ferdinand Piech and developed by Porsche engineers. It featured an aerodynamic, lightweight design and an extremely powerful engine. The 917 was driven to success by many of the world's greatest drivers, including Hans Herrmann, Richard Attwood, and Jo Siffert. The Porsche 917 will always remain one of the most iconic race cars of all time.