The two drift-ready Dodge Chargers unveiled this week replace all-wheel drive with rear-wheel drive. They also swap the standard eight-speed automatic for a manual transmission and produce 750 horsepower.
From 550 to 750 horsepower in 60 days
These vehicles began as stock Charger Scat Packs equipped with Dodge’s high-output Hurricane twin-turbo 3.0-liter inline-six engine, which delivers 550 horsepower. A group of fabricators, including Mike Musto of Hemmings and Suppy Wejpanich of Suppy’s Garage, spent two months rebuilding them from the ground up.
Dodge stated that only the windshield remained unchanged. The engines underwent major modifications: the two-door BOOST Coupe now uses a single high-output turbo, while the four-door Rapid People Mover (RPM) retains its twin turbos but with reinforced internals. Both now generate at least 750 horsepower.
New intake and exhaust systems, along with improved cooling, complete the powertrain upgrades. The transmissions were replaced entirely—a manual gearbox now directs power only to the rear wheels, marking a shift from the Charger’s usual all-wheel-drive configuration.
Built for drifting, not the street
The suspension and chassis were overhauled with components designed specifically for drifting, and the steering geometry was refined to enhance control during slides. Inside, the original interiors were removed in favor of racing seats, roll cages, and multipoint harnesses.
The exterior received a complete transformation. Custom hoods, wider fenders, and distinctive rear wings were installed, along with subtle aerodynamic adjustments. Both cars feature a Purple Haze paint scheme combined with classic drift and racing graphics.
The BOOST Coupe focuses solely on performance. The RPM, however, is built to carry passengers during drift demonstrations. These builds will debut this weekend at Roadkill Nights in Pontiac, Michigan, an annual event sponsored by Dodge.
The timing aligns with the introduction of Dodge’s new Charger Super Bee, which shares the Hurricane engine but in a more modest 600-horsepower version. The drift cars, with their manual transmissions and extreme output, highlight what becomes possible when factory limitations are removed.
For now, these Chargers remain one-of-a-kind. Whether Dodge or its partners will offer similar conversions to buyers is uncertain. The changes needed to reach this performance level are extensive, and the cars do not meet street-legal standards in their current state.
The project shows how quickly a modern muscle car can be transformed when the focus shifts from everyday use to track performance. The manual transmission, uncommon in today’s market, provides a level of driver connection that even the most advanced automatics cannot replicate.
