World's tallest bodybuilder tries Mustang, Corvette and others in dream muscle car hunt and has some issues
Published on Jul 12, 2025 at 9:34 AM (UTC+4)
by Callum Tokody
Last updated on Jul 07, 2025 at 3:19 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Kate Bain
At a giant 7’2″ and 350 lbs, bodybuilder Olivier Richters has tested out a lineup of muscle cars, including the Dodge Demon and Ford Mustang, to try to find something that fits his large frame.
With broad shoulders and long legs, Richters knew he needed more than just horsepower.
Just like Shaq, he couldn’t hop into just anything.
His mission was clear: test a mix of modern American icons and pick the one that fits.
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How the dream car hunt revealed surprising winners
YouTuber and bodybuilder Olivier Richters, also known as the Dutch Giant, started with the Ford Mustang, expecting it to be too tight.
But to his surprise, both the GT500 and new Dark Horse models gave him more room than expected.
With the seat lowered and the steering column adjusted, he found enough clearance for his knees, shoulders, and head.
‘This might be the first car I don’t make small,’ he said, visibly impressed.
The Mustang’s everyday drivability and track-ready feel gave it an early lead.
The Corvette C8, despite its pedigree, was a letdown.
He squeezed in, but just barely. His head touched the roof and his legs were pinned against the steering wheel.
‘I could drive this if I had to escape an apocalypse,’ he said, but ruled it out for regular use.
The Dodge Demon, on the other hand, delivered both muscle and room.
Unlike the Charger EV, which pressed hard against his knees, the Demon’s cabin gave him space to sit naturally and actually enjoy the drive.
Even more practical were the bigger platforms.
The Ford F-150 Raptor felt like a perfect match.
Its elevated ride, open cockpit, and wide seating position made it one of the most comfortable vehicles of the day. ‘This is how I am in real life.
I look down on everyone,’ he joked.
He also fit well in the Lincoln Navigator and four-door Dodge Charger, both of which offered rear-seat flexibility and enough legroom for passengers to sit behind him, which almost never happens.
While the Ford Mustang and Dodge Demon proved surprisingly adaptable, others fell short.
According to Richters, the Dodge Ram felt cramped, and the Corvette C8 lacked the interior volume needed to fit tall drivers.
He needed space around the knees, a clear line of sight, and enough adjustability to avoid having to twist or contort his body.
That limited the field quickly. Many muscle cars look wide and aggressive on the outside but still cater to average-size drivers inside.
The Mustang’s cockpit was tight but smart ergonomics and adjustable features gave it an edge.
The Demon offered brute force but it was also livable, something many assumed it wasn’t.
Both showed that muscle doesn’t always have to come at the cost of usability.
What these muscle cars say about future design
Richters’ video may just be entertainment but it also brings up a useful point about vehicle design.
Taller and wider drivers are rarely considered in performance car packaging, which put a hamper on the dream car hunt.
Automakers tend to focus on aerodynamics, weight distribution, and styling.
What often gets left behind is basic interior practicality.
If someone with Richters’ frame can fit safely into a vehicle without modification, that opens up a much wider customer base.
His top contenders in the end were the Ford Mustang, the Dodge Demon, and the Ford F-150 Raptor.
Each delivered the space, performance, and driving feel he was looking for.
The Mustang appealed to his childhood dreams, the Demon proved the YouTube comments right, and the Raptor offered everyday comfort with serious presence.
As muscle cars evolve, they may need to do more than chase lap times or quarter-mile figures.
Olivier Richters’ dream car hunt proves that size does matter and that some of the most iconic American performance cars are already more accommodating than people think.
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Callum Tokody is a content writer at Supercar Blondie, where he covers the latest in the automotive world with a focus on design and performance. Callum has a background in automotive journalism and has contributed to a range of publications in Australia and the UK. Outside of work, he’s a design enthusiast with a soft spot for anything with a V8 and a good story.
