Dodge Super Bee

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Dodge Super Bee

USA vs USA — 1968 vs 1968

Dodge Super Bee (1968)
Dodge Super Bee (1968)
Specifications
Super Bee Six Pack / HemiSuper Bee 440 Six Pack
Horsepower390 hp390 hp
Torque460 lb-ft490 lb-ft
Engine Size7,206 cc7,210 cc
0-60 mph5.6 sec5.3 sec
Top Speed132 mph130 mph
¼ Mile13.5 sec13.4 sec
Weight3,650 lbs3,650 lbs
Wheelbase2,972 mm2,946 mm
Length5,169 mm5,258 mm
Units Produced27,8461,907
Original MSRP$3,138$3,138
Value (Excellent)$250,000$165,000
Collectibility8/109/10
Rarity6/108/10
The Verdict

The 1968 Dodge Super Bee 440 Six Pack emerges ahead in most objective measures, offering quicker acceleration, greater rarity, stronger collectibility. The 1968 Dodge Super Bee Six Pack / Hemi counters with higher top speed, but the numbers favor its rival. Still, both are remarkable machines, and the final choice often comes down to which driving experience speaks to you.

Overview

Tracing the evolution of the Dodge Super Bee from 1968 to 1968 offers a compelling look at how automotive design and engineering progressed. These two variants showcase the changing face of Dodge. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1968 Dodge Super Bee Six Pack / Hemi producing 390 hp and the 1968 Dodge Super Bee 440 Six Pack delivering 390 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Dodge Super Bee uses a V8 OHV 16V displacing 7,206 cc, while the Dodge Super Bee relies on a V8 OHV (440 Six Pack) with 7,210 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1968 Dodge Super Bee 440 Six Pack edges ahead at 5.3 seconds versus 5.6 seconds. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 1,907 units built, the 1968 Dodge Super Bee 440 Six Pack is considerably scarcer than the Dodge Super Bee's 27,846 examples. Both trade at comparable values on the collector market, making the choice between them largely one of personal preference.