"While the age of factory-produced drag cars is long past, the Dart HEMI Super Stock represents the peak of the short-lived factory drag race wars. In short, there was never a faster factory-built drag car ever made. There were only 50 of these built by Hurst and delivered to dealers for drag racing greats like “Dandy” Dick Landy. A giant 426 HEMI was shoehorned into the engine bay, with a little help – literally – from a few sledgehammer hits to the fender walls. The wheel arches and shock towers were modified similarly to provide clearance for the valve covers. Then, to lighten the body, a fiberglass nose, fenders, and hood were bolted on along with lightened bumpers and the removal of the mirrors, radio, heaters and, yes, the back seat. The unique L023 coded Dart’s HEMI itself was built by hand-picked technicians from Chrysler’s Marine and Industrial division. It was laughably rated at 425 horsepower; in actuality, it easily touted more than 500. While some were driven on the streets, the L023 came with a factory sticker stating, “This vehicle was not manufactured for use on Public Streets, Roads or Highways, and does not conform to Motor Vehicle Safety Standards.” Whether that was a warning or a sales pitch is still up for debate."—Official description[1]
The 1968 Dodge Dart HEMI Super Stock - abbreviated as "Dodge Dart '68" - is a pre-tuned muscle car by Dodge.
It appears in Forza Motorsport 4 as part of the American Muscle Car Pack, in Forza Motorsport 5 as part of the Meguiar's Car Pack and as standard in all subsequent main series titles except Forza Motorsport (2023).
Synopsis[]
The 1968 Dart Hemi Super Stock, codenamed L023, is a drag racing-prepared model by Hurst Performance of which 50 models were built.[2]
Drivetrain[]
The Dart's 426 ci (7 litres) Hemi V8 engine, which would not have fit in the engine bay without some modifications to the body and strut towers, comes with 425 hp (317 kW) and 490 ft·lb (664 N·m). Although its engine specifications remain unchanged from other cars with the 426 Hemi V8, the Dart utilises a four-speed close-ratio transmission and has the advantage of having less weight.[2]
Platform[]
It uses a stripped-out platform using various fiberglass applications, plexiglass windows and doors with thin paint that result in a weight of 3020 lb (1370 kg), making it both the lightest 1960s Dodge and one of the lightest classic muscle cars in the Forza series. It also has a front weight percentage of 54%, an impressive value for muscle cars of its era.
Performance[]
Equipped with a close-ratio transmission in stock form, the Dart Hemi Super Stock can complete 0 to 60 mph (97 km/h) in only 3.6 seconds and 0 to 100 mph (161 km/h) in 9.3 seconds, making it one of the fastest accelerating muscle cars to appear in the Forza series. Its acceleration comes at the expense of top speed as it already tops out at 127 mph (204 km/h). Handling-wise, the Dart is up to par with most classic muscle cars.
With straight-line performance being the car's strong suit, the Dart can be upgraded for maximum speed when modified with a Race Transmission along with a powerful engine swap such as the 6.5L V12. To maximize acceleration, players can change to an AWD drivetrain, although this will limit top speed unless gearing is changed.
In terms of drag racing performance in Forza Horizon 3, the Dart is the fastest S2 class car in drag races.
Variants[]
Horizon Edition[]
The Horizon Edition is an upgraded variant in Forza Horizon 3 featuring an S1 900 upgrade preset and a credits boost. Its appearance was altered with Race Aero upgrades, a blower hood, a supercharged 6.2L V8 (415 hp) engine swap, and aftermarket wheels.
It was only unlockable via various Forzathon events.
Forza Edition[]
The Forza Edition is a Forza Motorsport 7 rendition of the Horizon Edition featuring homologated performance, as well as a 20% credits boost and an additional 20% credits boost for hitting 150 mph (241 km/h). Due to the use of homologated performance, the 6.2L V8 engine swap from the Horizon Edition is not equipped.
It can be won upon unlocking the Evolution Championship.
Statistics[]
Speed 3.0 Handling 3.7
Acceleration 7.5
Launch 6.3
Braking 3.7
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C 396 | |
Required DLC:
Requires the American Muscle Car Pack | ||
Unlock Requirements
Car Dealer:
Purchase from the car dealer for 350,000 CR | ||
Performance & Body Style
Body Style: Sports Car
Speed:
Top Speed: 124.6 mph (200.5 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 3.600 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 9.300 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 144.6 ft (44.1 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 401.9 ft (122.5 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 0.75 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 0.68 g |
Speed 4.6 Handling 3.6
Acceleration 7.9
Launch 7.3
Braking 3.3
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D 397 | |
Required DLC:
Requires the Meguiar's Car Pack | ||
Unlock Requirements
Car Dealer:
Purchase from the car dealer for 270,000 CR | ||
Performance & Body Family
Body Family: American Street Muscle
Speed:
Top Speed: 125.7 mph (202.3 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 3.588 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 9.300 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 114.3 ft (34.8 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 313.3 ft (95.5 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 0.98 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 0.89 g |
Speed 4.6 Handling 6.2
Acceleration 7.8
Launch 6.9
Braking 4.3
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B 670 | |
Unlock Requirements
Autoshow:
Purchase from the Autoshow for 250,000 CR
Auction House:
Can be purchased or bid on through an Auction House listing
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Performance & Championship
Championship: Classic Muscle
Speed:
Top Speed: 127.1 mph (204.5 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 3.600 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 9.300 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 132.2 ft (40.3 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 334.6 ft (102 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 0.98 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 0.89 g |
Speed 5.4 Handling 4.9
Acceleration 5.5
Launch 7.0
Braking 4.6
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B 626 | |
Unlock Requirements
Autoshow:
Purchase from the Autoshow for 125,000 CR Auction House:
Can be purchased or bid on through an Auction House listing | ||
Performance & Car Type
Car Type: Classic Muscle
Rarity:
Rare
Speed:
Top Speed: 123.3 mph (198.4 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 3.591 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 8.300 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 187.6 ft (57.2 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 465.9 ft (142 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 0.76 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 0.76 g |
Speed 4.5 Handling 3.6
Accel 4.1
Launch 4.2
Braking 2.9
Offroad 4.9 |
B 650 | |
Availability
Barn Find:
Complete the Southeast of Teotihuacan rumor Wheelspin:
Can not be won from a Wheelspin or Super Wheelspin
Auction House:
Not available through the Auction House
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Performance & Car Type
Car Type: Classic Muscle Value: 300,000 CR
Rarity:
Legendary
Speed:
Top Speed: 122.8 mph (197.6 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 3.590 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 9.256 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 162.4 ft (49.5 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 399.6 ft (121.8 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 0.83 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 0.83 g |
Upgrade Preset
Speed 6.7 Handling 6.8
Acceleration 7.8
Launch 9.3
Braking 7.5
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S1 873 | |
Unlock Requirements
Autoshow:
Purchase from the Autoshow for ? CR Auction House:
Can be purchased or bid on through an Auction House listing | ||
Performance & Car Type
Car Type: Classic Muscle Value: ? CR
Rarity:
Rare
Speed:
Top Speed: 259.1 mph (416.9 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 1.994 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 5.183 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 134.8 ft (41.1 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 312.1 ft (95.1 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.10 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.09 g |
Speed 6.0 Handling 4.4
Accel 6.7
Launch 7.3
Braking 5.4
Offroad 4.3 |
S1 863 | |
Availability
Barn Find:
Complete the Southeast of Teotithuacan rumor Wheelspin:
Can not be won from a Wheelspin or Super Wheelspin
Auction House:
Not available through the Auction House
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Performance & Car Type
Car Type: Classic Muscle Value: 300,000 CR
Rarity:
Legendary
Speed:
Top Speed: 253.9 mph (408.5 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 2.247 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 5.766 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 99.0 ft (30.2 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 242.9 ft (74 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.20 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.19 g |
Horizon Edition
Speed 7.1 Handling 7.6
Acceleration 8.9
Launch 8.5
Braking 9.3
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S1 900 | |
Unlock Requirements
A Forzathon reward that can not be purchased from the Autoshow and must be won from a Forzathon event:
Triple Out (Spring Is Here!) Survival (Horizon Halloween) Launch Codes (Renaissance Drivers) Dodge Daringly (Staking A Claim) Auction House:
Can be purchased or bid on through an Auction House listing
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Performance & Championship
Championship: Classic Muscle Value: 175,000 CR
Unique:
Horizon Edition
Boost: Credits
Speed:
Top Speed: 232.4 mph (373.9 km/h)
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 3.229 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 7.922 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 127.5 ft (38.9 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 302.3 ft (92.1 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.03 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.07 g |
Forza Edition
B 550 | ||
Unlock Requirements
Championship:
Complete the Breakout Championship | ||
Performance & Division
Division: Nostalgic Drag Racers Value: 240,000 CR
Collection Tier:
Tier 5 - Legendary (+150)
Boost: 15% CR & 15% CR at 150 MPH
Speed:
Top Speed: 160.9 mph (258.9 km/h)
1/4 Mile: 12.650 secs.
Acceleration:
0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 3.600 secs.
0-100 mph (0-161 km/h): 9.300 secs.
Braking:
60-0 mph (97-0 km/h): 136.8 ft (41.7 m) 100-0 mph (161-0 km/h): 332.1 ft (101.2 m)
Lateral Gs:
60 mph (97 km/h): 1.17 g
120 mph (193 km/h): 1.12 g |
Conversions[]
Conversion - Engine | |
5.9L V8 - Racing | |
5.9L V8 - Racing | |
5.9L V8 - Racing | |
7.0L V8 - H, 6.2L V8 | |
6.2L V8, 8.4L V10, 6.5L V12 | |
6.2L V8, 8.4L V10, 6.2L V8 DSC | |
6.2L V8, 6.7L V8T Diesel, 8.4L V10, 6.2L V8 DSC, 7.7L V12 |
Conversion - Drivetrain | |
AWD | |
AWD | |
AWD | |
AWD | |
AWD Drivetrain | |
AWD Drivetrain | |
AWD Drivetrain | |
AWD Drivetrain |
Conversion - Aspiration | |
Twin Turbo, Positive-Displacement Supercharger | |
Twin Turbo, Positive-Displacement Supercharger |
Conversion - Preset | |
Performance | |
Performance | |
'68 Dart Hemi |
Gallery[]
Variants[]
Forzavista[]
References[]
- ↑ "Forza Horizon 3 - Cars" . forzamotorsport.net . Retrieved 09-01-2018.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 streetmusclemag.com - ’68 Hurst HEMI Dart L023: Is This The World’s Fastest Muscle Car?