For those who missed purchasing a GT3, there is now a superior alternative – the RUF RGT with an elevated power output of 395 bhp. This normally aspirated power-plant performance is achieved through equipping the GT3 – based engine with a performance exhaust system, air filter and a re-mapped engine management system.
RUF offers this motor car in either 2WD or optional 4WD. The standard body style is the 996 Coupe with a Ruf design aero kit, however the 996 Cabriolet body is also an option. The RGT Coupe comes complete with the latest development of the renowned RUF Integrated Roll Cage system, which is fully trimmed and very unobtrusive.
An up-rated brake system is a part of the package; the front discs are of 350 mm diameter and equipped are with 6-piston Brake Calipers.
Beginning September 2004, this car is available with the RUF – Hydraulically Adjustable Suspension System.
Aerodynamic aids are also an integrated part of the RGT package, which includes a new front bumper/spoiler sill extensions, side mirrors and rear spoiler – for increased downforce.
In Detail
| submitted by | Richard Owen |
| price $ | $135 000 USD |
| engine | Flat-6 |
| valvetrain | DOHC 4 Valves / Cyl |
| displacement | 3600 cc / 219.7 in³ |
| bore | 100 mm / 3.94 in |
| stroke | 76.4 mm / 3.01 in |
| compression | 11.7:1 |
| power | 294.6 kw / 395 bhp @ 7500 rpm |
| specific output | 106.94 bhp per litre |
| bhp/weight | bhp per tonne |
| torque | 407 nm / 300.2 ft lbs @ 5000 rpm |
| redline | 7800 |
| body / frame | Unit Steel |
| driven wheels | RWD |
| wheel type | RUF 3-piece Alloy |
| front tires | 225/35ZR19 |
| rear tires | 315/25ZR19 |
| front brakes | Inner Vented & Drilled Discs w/ABS |
| f brake size | x 350 mm / x 13.8 in |
| rear brakes | Inner Vented & Drilled Discs w/ABS |
| r brake size | x 330 mm / x 13.0 in |
| front wheels | F 48.3 x 21.6 cm / 19.0 x 8.5 in |
| rear wheels | R 48.3 x 27.9 cm / 19.0 x 11.0 in |
| steering | Rack & Pinion w/Power Assist |
| f suspension | RUF sport suspension |
| r suspension | RUF sport suspension |
| curb weight | 1330 kg / 2932 lbs |
| wheelbase | 2350 mm / 92.5 in |
| front track | 1476 mm / 58.1 in |
| rear track | 1496 mm / 58.9 in |
| length | 4430 mm / 174.4 in |
| width | 1765 mm / 69.5 in |
| height | 1270 mm / 50.0 in |
| transmission | 6-Speed Manual |
| gear ratios | 3.82:1, 2.20:1, 1.52:1, 1.22:1, 1.02:1, 0.84:1, :1 |
| final drive | 3.44:1 |
| top speed | ~305.8 kph / 190.0 mph |
| 0 – 60 mph | ~4.6 seconds |
| 0 – 100 mph | ~11.2 seconds |
| 0 – 1/4 mile | ~13.2 seconds |
Keyword: 2000 Ruf RGT