FWD is fine for drags, but like mentionned above, get yourself a good set of slicks. Also, if you're running a massive snail, get yourself a multi-stage boost controller. It'll run lower boost initially, and with the actuating of a switch, it'll increase the boost with the second stage.

http://turboxs.com/shop_prod.php?what_category=1

Could probably use ECM link to actuate it automatically, rather than run a switch.

A thought, anwyay.