These Russians Converted a Subaru Boxer Engine Into an Inline-4. But Why?

Performance IconSubaru’s claim to fame would be its performance-oriented reputation. Starting as rugged, dependable, and unbreakable cars, quickly translated into success in the world of motorsports, particularly rallying. While the Symmetrical AWD system is a feat of engineering, another aspect Subaru really leaned into is the perfection of the Boxer engine layout.Boxer engines aid handling and stability; the flat construction and lower placement in the engine bay help lower the car’s overall center of gravity. Another key aspect is that the engine is supposed to be smoother because opposing piston movements naturally cancel each other’s vibrations. In other words, there are many reasons the Boxer layout still exists today. That hasn’t stopped some curious people from experimenting with the layout.From Boxer to Inline-4YouTube channel Garage 54, known for its wild automotive experiments, is making the rounds f …