Ford 7.3L GASSER rumor confirmed

Groover wrote:

ScottG wrote:
At best it would have half the torque of a modern diesel so no, not many would jump ship for one.

From what I have heard the 7.3 is being designed for torque and efficiency so I expect at least as much torque per liter as the 5.0. Just getting the same amount would give it 580lbf. That is about 70% as much torque. Plus, what would be the purpose of building a new engine for the Superduty and medium duty trucks that doesn't compete with the performance of the diesel? At least, for a significant portion of the customers.

I seriously doubt this 7.3L would achieve the same torque per liter as a 5.0L. For one, you are taking power figures of half ton meant for a much lower duty cycle and applying that the HD/SD trucks with a higher duty cycle. A much higher heat load, different emissions certifications, and many other aspects will cause the engine outputs of these two duty cycles to be very different.