1968-1969 Dodge Charger

The 1968-1969 Dodge Charger specifications leaned heavily in favor of performance, which suited its lean and mean design ethos.

Specifications

Engines: all ohv V-8: 318 cid (3.91 x 3.31), 230 bhp; 383 cid (4.25 x 3.38), 290/330 bhp Charger R/T 426 cid (4.25 x 3.75), 425 bhp; 440 cid (4.32 x 3.75), 375 bhp

Transmissions: 3-speed manual (318-cid only); optional 4-speed manual and 3-speed TorqueFlite automatic (TorqueFlite standard on R/T)

Suspension, front: short/long arms, torsion bars, sway bar

Suspension, rear: live axle, leaf springs

Brakes: front/rear drums (front discs optional)

Wheelbase (in.): 117.0

Weight (lbs.): 3,100-3,646

Top speed (mph): Hemi 142-156 R/T 113+

0-60 mph (sec): Hemi 4.8 R/T 6.0-7.2

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