[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/american-cars\/hennesseys-1000bhp-exorcist-cast-demon-dodge\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/american-cars\/hennesseys-1000bhp-exorcist-cast-demon-dodge\/","headline":"Hennessey\u2019s 1,000bhp Exorcist is here to cast out Demon Dodge","name":"Hennessey\u2019s 1,000bhp Exorcist is here to cast out Demon Dodge","description":"American tuner Hennessey Performance has unveiled its latest creation: a heavily modified 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 that goes by the name of The Exorcist. The dramatic name makes more sense once you realise that the car is Hennessey\u2019s answer to the 828bhp Dodge Challenger Demon, and with 1,000bhp at 6,400 rpm, it certainly packs enough wallop to cast out most rivals. Fitted with rear drag radial tyres, The Exorcist can reach 60mph from rest in under three seconds, while covering […]","datePublished":"2017-04-19","dateModified":"2017-04-20","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/#Person","name":"Matthew Collett","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/matthew-collett\/","identifier":5,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/64eca1152247aa111ace79ff1c03782b175df9dc21d2092364ff21e1cf5e38fa?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Exorcist-Hennessey-feature.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/Exorcist-Hennessey-feature.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/american-cars\/hennesseys-1000bhp-exorcist-cast-demon-dodge\/","about":["AMERICAN CARS","PERFORMANCE CARS"],"wordCount":288,"keywords":["2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1","Chevrolet Camaro","Dodge Challenger Demon","Exorcist Hennessey","Hennessey"],"articleBody":"American tuner Hennessey Performance has unveiled its latest creation: a heavily modified 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 that goes by the name of The Exorcist.The dramatic name makes more sense once you realise that the car is Hennessey\u2019s answer to the 828bhp Dodge Challenger Demon, and with 1,000bhp at 6,400 rpm, it certainly packs enough wallop to cast out most rivals.Fitted with rear drag radial tyres, The Exorcist can reach 60mph from rest in under three seconds, while covering the quarter-mile in less than 10 seconds.Hennessey company founder and president John Hennessey said the car was more than just a mindless racer though.\u201cIt\u2019s a well-rounded super muscle car that is just as happy on a road course as it is on the dragstrip and street,\u201d he commented.\u201cNeedless to say, this will leave the competition\u2019s heads spinning.\u201d If ever there was a joke begging to be cracked, that was it\u2026The car is driven by the same 641bhp V8 block from the standard Camaro ZL1 but power is ramped up significantly, thanks to the addition of a larger supercharger and intercooler system, new camshafts, cylinder heads, a better induction system and engine management remapping.On top of its four-figure power output, the Exorcist creates 1,310Nm of torque, up from 881Nm in the already potent Camaro. Buyers can choose between a six-speed manual or a ten-speed automatic gearbox.Only 100 units will be produced per model year, with prices starting at $55,000 in its native US. That works out at \u00a342,839 in pre-Brexit currency but that doesn\u2019t include the price of the \u00a350k Camaro base car, nor the cost of getting it over here.The Exorcist received a world unveiling at the Houston Auto Show on April 5th."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Latest News","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"American Cars","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/\/american-cars\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":3,"name":"Hennessey\u2019s 1,000bhp Exorcist is here to cast out Demon Dodge","item":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/american-cars\/hennesseys-1000bhp-exorcist-cast-demon-dodge\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]