[RWebb]

wt. data:

441 lbs. dry (88 lbs. less than the current NA, direct inj. P AG flat-6)

re packaging, the ruf V-8 is a bit taller than the P AG flat-6

BUT the Cg is actually lower

- Feb. 2011, Excellence, p. 76

this V-8 is a more exotic motor than the flat-6 (note the Ti conn. rods) so if we compare the figures of merit for an engine:

width - likely better
ht. - worse
length - a tad worse (0.8" - it drives everything off the crank; no external belts)
cg - better
wt. - better
hp - better
cost - likely worse

4 valves/cylinder
variable intake- and exhaust-valve timing on the dual overhead cams
2 electronically controlled throttle bodies

I will let you reach your own conclusions as to sound and grooviness.