The World’s Fastest 7.3L “Godzilla” Powered Car – Chuck Bartholme’s Foxbody Mustang
When Ford unveiled the 7.3L “Godzilla” pushrod V8, few imagined just how far racers would push it in such a short time. Originally designed for heavy-duty trucks, the Godzilla platform has quickly proven itself as one of the most capable new-school engines in drag racing—and no car showcases that better than Chuck Bartholme’s Foxbody Mustang, built and tuned right here at Next Gen Performance Center.
A Foxbody with a Monster Heart
Chuck’s Mustang isn’t just another small-tire racer. Under the hood lies a Ford 7.3L Godzilla, re-engineered for maximum performance with forced induction setups that push the limits of what this platform can handle. Depending on the event and testing conditions, the car runs either a Procharger F-1A94 or swaps over to an American Forced Inductions supercharger, making it one of the most versatile—and downright wild—Godzilla builds in the world.
Ultra Street Proven
Competing in the Ultra Street category, Chuck’s Foxbody has become a crowd favorite thanks to both its unique engine choice and blistering performance. Ultra Street is no joke—it’s where the toughest small-tire cars in the country battle it out, and the combination of the Godzilla motor with modern boost technology has made this Foxbody a serious contender.
The results speak for themselves:
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Quickest 7.3L Godzilla-powered car on the planet
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Personal best of 4.42 seconds in the 1/8 mile
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Personal best of 6.95 seconds in the 1/4 mile
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Competitive across multiple events, proving both consistency and raw power
Redefining the Godzilla Platform
While Coyote and LS swaps dominate most small-tire racing, Chuck’s Foxbody shows the world what the Godzilla platform is truly capable of. The 7.3L’s massive displacement, strong factory block, and growing aftermarket support make it a serious alternative for racers who want to stand out and still go fast. Add in world-class tuning and trackside support, and you’ve got a combination that rewrites expectations.
What’s Next?
Chuck and the team aren’t done pushing the limits. With constant testing, upgrades, and R&D, this Foxbody continues to evolve—and every pass down the track gives us more insight into how far the Godzilla platform can really go. Whether it’s on the Procharger setup or with the American Forced Inductions supercharger bolted up, one thing is certain: this is the baddest Godzilla-powered car in the world.