This was the birth of the 426 Hemi. While the 426 instantly showcased its potential in NASCAR, it’s not as though it was uncontested throughout its entire run. Dodge and Plymouth had formidable ...
Changes in NASCAR regulations meant ... exception was the limited edition 1968 Dodge Dart and Plymouth Barracudas that remained powered by the 426 Race HEMI, with only 75 of each model produced.
In this episode of 'Shift: NASCAR’s evolution through the eyes of The King,' Richard Petty dives into the engine war in the 1960s and the battle between Ford and Chrysler over the 426 Hemi.