Marine diesel

[3rdday]

Is there a special outdrive for diesel engines? Beefier gears and different ratios since diesels turn lower rpms in thier optimum ranges?
Would an outdrive that was originally mated to a 350 work effectively ( I know diesels turn less rpm than gas and have more torque) with a diesel. Will the outdrive handle the torque?
If not, Can anyone reccomend a diesel and outdrive setup for a 2800 lb 22ft. craft? Prefer turbo diesel. I hear VW has a new sweet marine 6cyl turbo diesel.