Tech & Auto
Why Ford’s Megazilla Engine Is So Special (And Expensive)
By RICHARD SACHEK
In 2020, Ford debuted its Godzilla 7.3-liter engine, the largest displacement gasoline-powered engine that the company makes. It produces 430 horsepower and 475 lb-ft of torque.
However, the Godzilla now has an even more sinister sibling, the Megazilla. It has the same displacement, iron block, and compression ratio but with stronger internal components.
According to a Ford spokesperson, the Megazilla was designed with the car and light truck builds in mind, aiming for performance rather than longevity like the Godzilla.
It has a low-profile intake manifold from Ford Performance and a 92-millimeter throttle body from the Mustang Shelby GT500, resulting in 615 horsepower and 640 lb-ft of torque.
What truly makes the Megazilla special is that its torque levels reach 500 pound-feet at a mere 2,000 RPM and maintain at least that level up to 6,000 rpm.