The 1970 Daytona 500 was won by Pete Hamilton, driving a Plymouth. This victory marked a significant moment in Hamilton's career, as it was his first and only win in the prestigious race. The event took place at the Daytona International Speedway in Florida, and Hamilton's performance helped solidify his reputation in NASCAR.
Pete Hamilton was the winner of the 1970 Daytona 500.
Buddy Baker won the 1980 Daytona 500.
David Pearson won the 1976 Daytona 500.
Jimmie Johnson won the 2006 Daytona 500.
In 2013, Jimmie Johnson won the Daytona 500.
Jamie McMurray won the 52nd Daytona 500.
Joey Logano won the 2015 Daytona 500.
The 2012 Daytona 500 was won by Matt Kenseth.
Chrysler has never won the Daytona 500.
Jeff Gordon won the 1999 Daytona 500. He was also the pole winner.
Fireball Roberts won the 4th Daytona 500. It was on February 18, 1962.
After the Daytona track was repaved in 1978, Richard Petty won the next Daytona 500 on February 18, 1979.