Would anyone like to see Ford use the 7.3L Godziila V8 in a Mustang, resurrecting the Boss 429?

[Zig]

Twins on a 7.3 would be an even darker horse

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[robvas]

1. The sound and the torque of the Godzilla would be an advantage over the Coyote, even if the car did t have more HP and wasn't any faster. Guys use them for classic Ford swaps because of that

2. The EcoBoost V6 wouldn't make quite enough HP stock IMO. Let's say it makes 400 or 450, tune and small mods gets you to 550-600...you're still behind a boosted Coyote. How much can those engines hold before you have to build them, anyway? I know the early EB 3.5 you weren't supposed to go much over 500 wheel, I'm wondering how much the latest ones will handle.

 

[robvas]

 

[agreywolfe]

1. The sound and the torque of the Godzilla would be an advantage over the Coyote, even if the car did t have more HP and wasn't any faster. Guys use them for classic Ford swaps because of that

2. The EcoBoost V6 wouldn't make quite enough HP stock IMO. Let's say it makes 400 or 450, tune and small mods gets you to 550-600...you're still behind a boosted Coyote. How much can those engines hold before you have to build them, anyway? I know the early EB 3.5 you weren't supposed to go much over 500 wheel, I'm wondering how much the latest ones will handle.

the 3.5 V6 out of the GT comes with 660 so they do have a bunch of overhead

 

[robvas]

the 3.5 V6 out of the GT comes with 660 so they do have a bunch of overhead

I'm talking about regular assembly line ones, not hand built ones with forged rod etc

 

[agreywolfe]

I'm talking about regular assembly line ones, not hand built ones with forged rod etc

No more hand built than the 05 GT, I was just saying these engines have a lot.of room if Ford really wanted to do it. Personally I think the future of the Mustang for the next couple generations should be reducing weight and increasing aerodynamics.

 

[Frogdog1]

The Coyote has proved that displacement isn't the answer to all horsepower wishes. The Coyote is a small displacement, high revving, variable valve timed engine that gets air in and exhaust out efficiently. It's small and light enough to stay together with "high" rpms. Godzilla will never compete with similar speed capabilities.

 

[robvas]

The Coyote has proved that displacement isn't the answer to all horsepower wishes. The Coyote is a small displacement, high revving, variable valve timed engine that gets air in and exhaust out efficiently. It's small and light enough to stay together with "high" rpms. Godzilla will never compete with similar speed capabilities.

Doesn't need to. For a lot of applications low rpm power is desired

 

[Frogdog1]

Doesn't need to. For a lot of applications low rpm power is desired

Don't disagree at all but it will have to go into a small space some way or another to be called a "sports car". The Godzilla does a great job for what it was made to do, at low rpm.

 

[Wiley Marmot]

nah! I'd much rather see a 5.4-5.6L version of the Coyote than some monster; likely iron block boat anchor. And, while they're at it; Ford would really impress me [like they worry a lot about that ] if they'd nock 3-400 lbs of ugly fat outta the Mustang.

 

[IceGamer]

I think that the Mustang has to be competitive in order to stay relevant and there are several areas where it could compete:
1. Price/Performance.
Problem: The price is nowhere near it once was and although all prices are up the mustang can longer be seen as bargain. It's already too expensive for the vast majority.
The performance on the other hand is solid for the price. However, people who can afford a performance Mustang can most likely afford something slightly more expensive that offers much more performance...

2. Fun
That's where I see the Mustang excelling. MT V8 rwd is the go to option for having fun. Placing an even larger engine in it that has even more character and offers an even better experience is the way to go. Driving a Mustang is a statement (at least here in Europe) and a certain expression of character. That's what people are after. Not exclusively though.

Ford should use the Godzilla engine in a Mustang. But Ford should also use the Coyote and derivatives of it. Expand the range, offer more trims without overdoing it.
There is a BMW 330, M340, M3, M3 competition and a M3 CS/CSL...
Why can't there be a Mustang Ecoboost, GT, Dark Horse with a unique engine and one or two trims above that, like supercharged GT and one with a boosted engine with more displacement?!
Should be doable since most engines are used for the F150 already ...

 

[DarkMatterGrey]

Yes, because it's a simpler engine. No variable valve timing, no MDS, no Direct Injection, no high pressure fuel pump. It's a long-lived, lower maintenance engine.

With that said, why not a Mega-zilla

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