RUF RT 12 R AWD (Supercar / GT-inspired Road Car)
The RUF RT 12 R AWD is a brutally fast, track-focused German supercar based on the Porsche 997 Turbo platform, transformed by RUF into an all-wheel-drive missile with serious road and circuit pedigree. With extreme aero, big power, and RUF’s signature engineering, it sits somewhere between a road-going exotics weapon and a race-bred grand tourer.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 3.8L twin-turbo flat-6, rear-mounted, longitudinal
Total Output: ~650 hp
Redline: ~7,200–7,500 rpm
Transmission: 6-speed manual or sequential-style paddle conversion depending on setup
Weight: ~1,450 kg
Dimensions: Porsche 997-based proportions with widened RUF bodywork and track aero
Tires: High-performance street/track tires on RUF forged wheels
Brakes: Large ventilated discs with performance calipers
Layout: Rear-engine, all-wheel drive
In the Simulator Feel
The RT 12 R AWD is a high-grip, high-commitment turbo monster that feels more composed and approachable than its rear-drive siblings, especially when you’re putting the power down out of slower corners. The AWD system helps tame the enormous torque, giving it excellent traction on corner exit and making it a real weapon in mixed conditions or over a longer stint.
Engine & Sound: The twin-turbo flat-6 has a deep, aggressive mechanical note with a hard-edged turbo howl on boost and plenty of wastegate chatter on lift. It doesn’t have the high-revving scream of a naturally aspirated engine; instead, it delivers relentless midrange shove and a satisfying surge as the turbos spool.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Stable and confidence-inspiring, with good front bite for a rear-engine car. Push too hard and you’ll feel understeer before the chassis rotates.
Traction: Excellent under power thanks to AWD, making it easier to deploy all that torque without lighting up the rear tires.
Braking: Strong stopping power, though weight transfer still matters because the rear-engine layout can make the car a little tricky on turn-in.
Top Speed: Extremely fast in a straight line, with enough power to challenge much newer machinery depending on gearing and track length.
Driving Style Tip: Be decisive but smooth. Use the AWD traction to your advantage, brake in a straight line, and start feeding throttle early on corner exit. It shines on fast circuits and technical tracks alike, especially where putting power down cleanly is crucial.
Livery & Aesthetics: The RT 12 R looks every bit the part of a no-nonsense German performance icon — wide stance, massive rear wing, aggressive vents, and purposeful RUF branding. It’s understated compared to some supercars, but that’s part of its appeal: it looks built to work, not just to pose.
Whether you’re chasing lap times or just enjoying one of the most iconic tuner-derived supercars ever made, the RUF RT 12 R AWD delivers huge pace, serious traction, and unmistakable character.