Originally appeared on Automoblog.net

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For 2017, Dodge is bringing back two of its most legendary nameplates from the glory days of muscle cars: the Challenger T/A and the Charger Daytona. The Charger Daytona was last available as a 2013 model, inspired by the big-winged Charger Daytona coupes Dodge built for the 1969 NASCAR season.
Like the Challenger T/A, the Charger Daytona is available in a handful of retro color schemes like Yellow Jacket and Green Go.
What’s New
The 2017 Dodge Charger Daytona wears front and rear fascias similar to the ones found on the SRT and R/T Scat Pack models. However, the Daytona features its own unique design cues, like a model-specific, matte-black rear spoiler and roof, a “HEMI” graphic at the bottom of the center hood scoop bulge, and “Daytona” decals on the rear quarter panels. Performance
When the Charger Daytona goes on sale, it will be available in two variants: Daytona and Daytona 392.
The Charger Daytona is powered by a 5.7 L HEMI V8 which produces 370 horsepower. The Daytona 392 is powered by a 6.4 L HEMI V8 with 485 horsepower. Both engines are paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission. Like the Challenger T/A, both engines in the Daytona are fitted with a Mopar conical air filter and a high-performance exhaust system.

Handling
The Charger Daytona’s handling is further improved with the addition of Dodge’s Super Track Pak. Th...