Cardiovasular: is there a statin type that stands above most others that stabilize existing plaques "better" making it less prone for soft plaque rupturing that can lead to strokes and heart attacks?

You did not mention changing your diet which can help as well and both are best. Read about dietary methods to lower BP (DASH) and blood fats (RICE diet) or one that has been shown to regress plaque is called the Ornish Diet. See ornish.com and Regression of femoral atherosclerosis. - AHA Journalshttps://www.ahajournals.org › doi › pdf › 01.CIR.83.2.698. Discuss with your Dr. Stop Smoking.

While there are differences in potency, I am not aware of a statin that is "better" in the way you are asking. Remember that avoidance of smoking, a good diet and regular exercise are also equally important in the treatment pf atherosclerosis.