From The Drive · Jerry Perez · · 50s
Rünge Flat Eight Engine for Vintage 911s
Rünge's new air-cooled flat-eight engine for vintage 911s hits the market.
In brief
Rünge's new air-cooled flat-eight engine for vintage 911s hits the market. Rünge's air-cooled flat-eight engine for vintage 911s will fit 1974-1989 models with 32 valves and 5.3 liters of displacement. Originally reported by The Drive.
Engine specs
Rünge's new air-cooled flat-eight engine has 32 valves, 5.3 liters of displacement, dual overhead cams per bank, and a 12:1 compression ratio.
Dyno test run
The engine shows a unique sound reminiscent of vintage endurance racing during dyno testing.
Compatibility
This engine fits classic 1974 to 1989 Porsche 911 G-body models needing an upgrade.
Horsepower and price
Rünge says horsepower and torque specs will release around December, with prices potentially up to $250,000.
Company background
Minnesota-based Rünge has been building custom cars since 2011 using traditional wooden bucks for metal bodies.
The key point
Rünge's air-cooled flat-eight engine for vintage 911s will fit 1974-1989 models with 32 valves and 5.3 liters of displacement.
