Legendary Chrysler V8, characterized by hemispherical combustion chambers. Chrysler Hemi's date back to 1951; however, most are more familar with the 426 Hemi that originated in 1964. The current 'Hemi' used in Chrysler's is not a true Hemi. Thanks alot, Germany.
A special race-prepped 426 Hemi powered the '68 MoPar/Hurst Super Stock Darts and Barracudas. Rated at 425bhp (although more likely over 650), this complete with acid dipped doors, fiberglass hood & fenders, and numerous other weight-reduction techniques got these cars from 0 to 60 in about 3.5 seconds, and boosted them to top speeds of just over 140mph. Needless to say, to this day they dominate the NHRA Super Stock classes.
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Term used by those in the gay community to describe a, supposed, heterosexual man's erection provoked by homo-erotic thoughts, situations or other stimuli.
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by hutch November 02, 2003
Nickname for a powerful Chrysler V8 engine from the 1960s that had a hemispherical combustion chamber. The name has since been trademarked by Chrylser and applied to a new, 345 horsepower V8 that does not have the characteristic hemispherical heads. The new engine is not really a hemi; DaimlerBenz, the owners of Chrysler and Dodge, wanted a name that would convey the power of the new engine so they picked Hemi.
The copyrighted term Hemi and the accompanying engine have been marketed with a series of commercials featuring actor Jon Reep.
The copyrighted term Hemi and the accompanying engine have been marketed with a series of commercials featuring actor Jon Reep.
Q: That thing got a Hemi in it?
A: Well, if you mean, does it have the new, 345 horsepower Chrysler V8, then yes. But if you mean, does it have the legendary Mopar V8 characterized by hemispherical combustion chambers, then no, this thing does not have a Hemi in it.
A: Well, if you mean, does it have the new, 345 horsepower Chrysler V8, then yes. But if you mean, does it have the legendary Mopar V8 characterized by hemispherical combustion chambers, then no, this thing does not have a Hemi in it.
by zodar June 21, 2004