The specialized Ruf Porsche CTR 2 is one of the world's fastest and greatest cars. It is the second generation of the CTR model and is an amazing car from its looks to the under the hood flat 6 engine with twin turbochargers.

The body is based on the 993 model of the Porsche 911 and is assembled in the Ruf Automobile factory in Pfaffenhausen, Germany. The CTR 2 contains a sohc flat 6 with twin KKK turbochargers to give the car an astonishing 520 bhp and 505 lb-ft of torque. The CTR 2 has a very modified body styling with the rear wing serving as an air intake as well with 19 inch wheels to give the car great handling capabilities.

The Porsche also contains a full body roll-cage to ensure safety while driving this incredible machine. The Ruf automobile has a six speed transmission which controls either a rear wheel drive or all wheel drive system and contains a limited slip differential which helps ensure that all of the wheels give traction to the ground with minimal slippage. The Ruf machine is also street-legal in every country in the world and boasts a top speed of over 220 mile per hour which makes it one of the fastest cars in the world next to the McLaren F1. This car is a marvel in the automotive world and is one of my personal favorites.

Specifications for the 1997 Ruf CTR 2

Engine: Horizontally opposed 6 cylinder, SOHC aluminum block and heads Bore and stroke: 3.94" x 3.01" or 100.0mm x 76.4mm
Displacement: 220 cu.in. or 3600cc
Horsepower: 520@ 5,800 rpm
Torque: 505 lb-ft@ 4,800 rpm
Power to weight ratio: 5.9 lbs per horsepower
Compression ratio: 8.0:1 (twin-plug ignition)
Fuel system: TAGtronic with electronic boost control
Induction: Twin KKK turbochargers, twin wastegates and intercoolers Emissions: Twin catalytic converters with oxygen sensors and full OBD-2 electronics
Coachwork: Based on Porsche 993 coupe, with Ruf-designed and -manufactured components
Integrated roll cage (IRC) linking A- and B-pillars with windscreen header.
Roof rain gutters removed, quarter panels welded to roof skin
Front spoiler, rear bumper and rocker panels of composite material
Deck lid of composite material
Integrated rear wing with internal ducting for twin side-mounted intercoolers Twin Sport mirrors, electrically adjustable
Twin exhaust tips, center-mounted
Ruf-designed instrumentation
Ruf-designed seating in leather, electrically adjustable
Door panels of lightweight construction with pull-strap releases
Electrically actuated windows, velour carpeting
Drivetrain: RUF 6 speed manual with limited slip differential, 2WD (4WD optional)
Suspension: Front: MacPherson struts, Ruf-calibrated coil springs and dampers, anti-roll bar; damper-tower reinforcement of aluminum.
Rear: Multilink, Ruf-calibrated coil springs and dampers, anti-roll bar
Body: Unit steel and composite panels
Dimensions: Curb weight: 3,045 lbs
Wheelbase: 89.4"
Length: 168.9"
Width: 68.3"
Height: 51.2"
Brakes: Hydraulic, ABS, 4 wheel carbor fiber, 4 piston calipers
Diameter: front 14.0"; rear 14.0" (360mm)
Tires and Wheels: Dunlop SP 8000, front 245/35 ZR19; rear 285/30 ZR19 19x8.5" front,19x10.0" rear forged magnesium OZ Racing
Fuel Economy: 15 mpg
Performance: 0-60mph: 3.6 seconds 0-1/4 mile: 11.4s @133 mph
Top Speed: 220 mph