Dodge Super Bee

vs

Dodge Power Wagon

USA vs USA — 1968 vs 1946

Dodge Super Bee (1968)
Dodge Power Wagon (1946)
Specifications
Super Bee Six Pack / HemiPower Wagon WDX 4x4
Horsepower390 hp94 hp
Torque460 lb-ft180 lb-ft
Engine Size7,206 cc3,769 cc
0-60 mph5.6 sec
Top Speed132 mph55 mph
¼ Mile13.5 sec
Weight3,650 lbs6,000 lbs
Wheelbase2,972 mm3,175 mm
Length5,169 mm5,258 mm
Units Produced27,846
Original MSRP$3,138$1,798
Value (Excellent)$250,000$85,000
Collectibility8/109/10
Rarity6/107/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 1968 Dodge Super Bee Six Pack / Hemi brings more power, higher top speed, lighter weight to the table, and the 1946 Dodge Power Wagon WDX 4x4 answers with stronger collectibility, better value. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

Dodge has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1968 Dodge Super Bee Six Pack / Hemi with the 1946 Dodge Power Wagon WDX 4x4 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 94 hp, a 296-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Dodge Super Bee uses a V8 OHV 16V displacing 7,206 cc, while the Dodge Power Wagon relies on a Inline-6 L-head with 3,769 cc. The 1968 Dodge Super Bee Six Pack / Hemi claims a higher top speed at 132 mph compared to 55 mph. The Dodge Super Bee carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 2350 lbs lighter. On the collector market, the 1968 Dodge Super Bee Six Pack / Hemi commands a significant premium over the 1946 Dodge Power Wagon WDX 4x4, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.