USA vs USA — 1968 vs 1978
| Super Bee Six Pack / Hemi | Lil Red Express D150 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 390 hp | 225 hp |
| Torque | 460 lb-ft | 330 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 7,206 cc | 5,899 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 5.6 sec | 7.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 132 mph | 118 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 13.5 sec | 15.4 sec |
| Weight | 3,650 lbs | 3,998 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,972 mm | 2,946 mm |
| Length | 5,169 mm | 5,077 mm |
| Units Produced | 27,846 | 7,118 |
| Original MSRP | $3,138 | $6,532 |
| Value (Excellent) | $250,000 | $65,000 |
| Collectibility | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Rarity | 6/10 | 7/10 |
On balance, the 1968 Dodge Super Bee Six Pack / Hemi makes a stronger case on paper with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. However, the 1978 Dodge Lil Red Express D150 counters with greater rarity, better value, and its appeal extends beyond mere numbers. Choose the 1968 Dodge Super Bee Six Pack / Hemi for outright capability, or the 1978 Dodge Lil Red Express D150 for a more distinctive ownership experience.
Dodge has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1968 Dodge Super Bee Six Pack / Hemi with the 1978 Dodge Lil Red Express D150 highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. The 1968 Dodge Super Bee Six Pack / Hemi holds a clear advantage in raw power with 390 hp compared to 225 hp, a 165-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1968 Dodge Super Bee Six Pack / Hemi edges ahead at 5.6 seconds versus 7.5 seconds. The Dodge Super Bee carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 348 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 7,118 units built, the 1978 Dodge Lil Red Express D150 is considerably scarcer than the Dodge Super Bee's 27,846 examples. On the collector market, the 1968 Dodge Super Bee Six Pack / Hemi commands a significant premium over the 1978 Dodge Lil Red Express D150, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.