Dodge chargers By 1961wesl Apr 29, 1965 440 Magnum engine standard while the Daytona got the Hemi. Apr 29, 1966 First Production Jul 29, 1966 Became one of the most powerful sough-out cars of its era. Apr 29, 1967 The R/T model was back for the second year in a row and in addition to the Magnum 440 engine Apr 29, 1968 New racing models, little changed from 1968 to 1969. Apr 29, 1968 But other than these changes and the new racing models, little changed from 1968 to 1969. Apr 29, 1968 1968, including all-vinyl seats, a three-spoke steering wheel and full carpeting. Apr 29, 1969 It seems that the 1969 models usually come out on top. Apr 29, 1969 Featured a 225 CID slant six that was rated at 145 horsepower. Apr 29, 1969 It is reported that around 500 1969 Chargers featured the underpowered engine. Apr 29, 1969 The R/T Model was back for the second year in a row and in addition to the Magnum 440 engine Apr 29, 1970 Top of the heap was the 426 CID Street Hemi that produced 425 ponies.