RUF

Discover the RUF lineup in Forza Horizon 2! Learn about their history, performance specs, and iconic models like the CTR Yellowbird. Your guide to these German performance machines.

Hey there! So, you're diving into Forza Horizon 2 and want to know about RUF? Awesome choice. RUF is a pretty special German manufacturer that's been around for ages, and they've got a cool history of taking already great cars and turning them into absolute beasts. They're known for their performance enhancements and unique takes on classic designs. RUF actually started way back in 1939, not even as a car company, but as a service garage. It wasn't until Alois Ruf Sr. started tinkering with car designs in the late 40s and 50s, even tuning VW Beetles, that things really took off. His son, Alois Jr., took over in 1974 and really focused on what RUF is known for today: high-performance sports cars. You might have heard of the RUF CTR, nicknamed the 'Yellowbird' – it was a legend back in 1987, setting a production car speed record of 212 mph! In Forza Horizon 2, RUF is recognized as an independent manufacturer. They develop these incredible cars, often based on Porsche chassis but with RUF's own performance magic sprinkled all over them. They're not just about speed, though; they also do custom work and restore classic Porsches and their own models. Let's look at the RUF cars you can get your hands on in the game: * RUF Rt 12 S (2011): This one's a RWD beast with a 3.7L Twin-Turbocharged F6 engine, pushing out a massive 676 hp. It's got a weight of 3395 lb (1540 kg). * RUF Rt 12 R (2011): Even more power here! Also RWD with a 3.7L Twin-Turbocharged F6, this car cranks out 720 hp and weighs in a bit lighter at 3254 lb (1476 kg). * RUF RGT-8 (2011): This one's unique with its 4.5L V8 engine, delivering 542 hp. It's the lightest of the trio at 2976 lb (1350 kg) and also RWD. * RUF CTR2 (1995): A classic from the 90s, this RWD car features a 3.6L Twin-Turbocharged F6, producing 520 hp. It weighs 3045 lb (1381 kg). * RUF CTR Yellowbird (1987): The icon itself! This RWD beauty has a 3.4L Twin-Turbocharged F6 and delivers 469 hp. It's the lightest on this list at just 2662 lb (1207 kg). These cars are seriously fun to drive and tune. The RUF CTR Yellowbird, in particular, is a piece of automotive history you can really experience in the game. Enjoy mastering these German powerhouses!