RUF RGT 8

The RGT 8, first introduced here at Geneva in 2010, is now available based on the new Porsche 991 platform. The RGT 8 features the “all RUF”, naturally aspirated V8 that produces 550 hp. The flexibility of the V8 engine delivers extraordinary performance and a sound track that only a high‑revving, flat‑crank V8 can produce.

The V8 engine was inspired by racing technology and features hemispherically arranged valves, 180 degree “flat” crankshaft, dry sump lubrication and direct drive ancillaries eliminating all drive belts. The RGT 8 is available with only a six-speed manual transmission powering the rear wheels.

Technical Data RGT 8
Power at 550ps/405kW @ 8500
Torque at 500 Nm @ 4000 1/min
Displacement 4499 cm³
Transmission 6-speed manual
Top Speed 318 km/h
Fuel consumption Urban 19,7 l/100 km Non-urban 9,8 l/100 km Combined 12,9 l/100 km
CO2 emissions 298 g/km

 

it looks stunning, but a V8 in a 911?
it has been done before but still...hmmm, hmm, hmmmm.

 

Wowwwwww that looks awesome!!

The whole V8 thing a side... it looks excellent.
One day an 8 cylinder might come if they keep increasing the engine volume beyond 4L, but it will be a flat 8.
A V8... yeah... no comment

 

I love the styling compared to the 997 version.

 

Wow!!! You can't slow this company down! Ruf has put its heart and soul into this new engine and I'm sure it completely transforms the 991 platform into something otherworldly.

 

That RUF's V8 is something completely different. Here's a video of 997-based chassis and engine development:

http://www.youtube.com/embed/Dqr-9DY...layer_embedded