Hemi Muscle 70 Years is the complete illustrated story of the
legendary engine and the cars it powered. Author Darwin Holmstrom
explores how Chrysler's Hemi engine became the number one choice for
drag racers and stock car racers across the country, campaigned to great
success by drivers like Richard Petty, Don Garlits, David Pearson, Sox
and Martin, and more.
In 1950, Chrysler debuted a potent high-performance overhead-valve V-8
engine. Originally called the FirePower, it would soon be better known
by the name "Hemi." Intended to power Chrysler's luxury cars, the
Hemi found a higher calling: humiliating its competitorson the street
and at the race track.
On top of learning how the Hemi engine came to be, you'll also see
how the Hemi remained the engine to beat on the street, stuffed into
some of the most desirable performance cars in automotive history: the
'Cuda, Road Runner, Charger, GTX, and Challenger, to name a few. The
Hemi made such a lasting impact that Chrysler revived it as the top
engine for the twenty-first century Challenger and Charger.
Today, Hemi is a household name, known to enthusiasts and consumers
alike, often imitated, never duplicated. Having found its way into both
sports cars and luxury cars, you'll often hear: "Hey, has that thing got
a Hemi in it?" This book answers "yes"...and offers the full exciting
story!
