Posts Tagged: Hemi
Chrysler’s Hemi engines, the original FirePower Hemi, kick off with a 331 cu in displacement, producing 180 bhp in the early ’50s. Things heat up by 1956 with the 354 cu in engine, cranking out 340 bhp, while the 392 Hemi in ’57-’58 dazzles with up to 390 bhp, thanks to a rare Bendix fuel injection. Meanwhile, Desoto’s engineers play catch-up with their own Hemi, peaking at 345 bhp in 1957. These engines are powerhouses, proving that Chrysler knew how to bring the heat, with a sprinkling of humor on the side!
The 2017 Dodge Challenger GT has revved up as the first 2-door muscle car with all-wheel drive, but where’s the roar of Hemi power, you ask? Instead of a thunderous V8, it’s a V6 model—like taking a lion and fitting it with kitten mittens. FCA’s decision is a curious case of practicality over power, ensuring the Challenger GT can conquer snowy roads without turning into a drift-tastic spectacle. So, while it might not wake the neighbors, at least it won’t slide into their mailbox!
Meet Tom Lembeck, the proud owner of a 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona 426 Hemi that sports a paint job so rare, it’s practically the unicorn of muscle cars. Since 2013, Tom’s been cruising around in one of only two ever built with the original F6 Spring Green Metallic color, turning heads and probably causing envy-induced whiplash. This car isn’t just a relic; it’s a rolling piece of automotive art that makes everyone green with envy—literally!
Introducing the Chevrolet Corvette C7 Stingray with a jaw-dropping 3,500 horsepower! This isn’t just a car; it’s a speed demon in a stunning outfit. Equipped with a monstrous Outlaw 548 HEMI engine and twin 102mm turbochargers, this beauty is built for the 1/8th mile, clocking an impressive 4.05 on its debut. It’s like strapping a rocket to a cheetah, only louder and with more horsepower! Warning: May cause uncontrollable grinning and an insatiable need for speed.
Frank Chicherchia, a die-hard Mopar Muscle aficionado, is back on the scene, this time showcasing his stunning 1969 Plymouth Road Runner 440 A12 M Code, drenched in sleek black paint. After wowing us last year with his 1968 Dodge Coronet R/T 426 Hemi, Frank’s latest automotive gem is sure to rev some engines and turn heads. The Road Runner’s glossy exterior and Frank’s infectious enthusiasm for muscle cars make this a classic showstopper that’s as captivating as it is powerful!