USA vs USA — 1968 vs 1966
| Super Bee Six Pack / Hemi | Chevy II Nova SS 396 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 390 hp | 375 hp |
| Torque | 460 lb-ft | 420 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 7,206 cc | 6,489 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 5.6 sec | 5.9 sec |
| Top Speed | 132 mph | 130 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 13.5 sec | 13.9 sec |
| Weight | 3,650 lbs | 3,300 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,972 mm | 2,794 mm |
| Length | 5,169 mm | 4,686 mm |
| Units Produced | 27,846 | — |
| Original MSRP | $3,138 | $2,990 |
| Value (Excellent) | $250,000 | $150,000 |
| Collectibility | 8/10 | 9/10 |
| Rarity | 6/10 | 8/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1968 Dodge Super Bee Six Pack / Hemi brings quicker acceleration, higher top speed to the table, and the 1966 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova SS 396 answers with lighter weight, stronger collectibility. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
In the world of Muscle Car cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 1968 Dodge Super Bee Six Pack / Hemi versus the 1966 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova SS 396. Both hail from Muscle era and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1968 Dodge Super Bee Six Pack / Hemi producing 390 hp and the 1966 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova SS 396 delivering 375 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Dodge Super Bee uses a V8 OHV 16V displacing 7,206 cc, while the Chevrolet Chevy II Nova SS relies on a V8 OHV with 6,489 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1968 Dodge Super Bee Six Pack / Hemi edges ahead at 5.6 seconds versus 5.9 seconds. The Chevrolet Chevy II Nova SS carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 350 lbs lighter. Both trade at comparable values on the collector market, making the choice between them largely one of personal preference.