The EcoBeast: World Record-Breaking 8-Second EcoBoost Mustang
A Ford Mustang EcoBoost has shattered quarter-mile records, achieving an 8.985-second pass and establishing itself as the world's quickest EcoBoost-powered vehicle. Built by Jessie Ringley and Engineered Motorsport Solutions (EMS), this purpose-built drag car showcases the potential of Ford's 2.3L turbocharged platform.
The engine features extensive modifications, including:
- Sleeved and welded block
- Custom Mahle pistons
- Wiseco Boostline connecting rods
- Factory crankshaft (keyed)
- 10:1 compression ratio
- Speed Perf6rmanc3 ARP head/main studs
Blue Ford Mustang race car
Key performance upgrades include:
- Precision Turbo GT42-6785 Gen2 turbocharger
- Dual PTE 46mm wastegates
- Rise Fab Shop water-to-air intercooler
- Magnus V5 intake manifold
- FID 2,200cc port injectors
- Prototype Xtreme DI 2,450cc direct injectors
- MoTec M142 engine management
Mustang engine close-up
The powerplant produces 940 wheel horsepower at 8,000 rpm and 696 lb-ft of torque at 6,500 rpm, running between 38-50 psi of boost plus a 50-shot of nitrous oxide.
Ford Mustang modified engine bay
Racing modifications include:
- Rise Fab Shop 8.50 cage
- Weld Racing wheels
- Mickey Thompson drag tires
- Wavetrac differential
- Ford Performance/Driveshaft Shop drivetrain components
- Baer Brakes
- Parachute system
Mustang racing cockpit interior view
Current achievements:
- Quarter-mile: 8.985 seconds
- Eighth-mile: 5.766 seconds
The team aims to break into the 7-second range, proving that small displacement engines can achieve remarkable performance when properly engineered.
Blue Mustang rear quarter view
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