• Model: Silver Cloud
  • Manufactured by: Bentley
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Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud

The Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is a luxury car that was produced by Rolls-Royce from 1955 to 1966. It was the successor to the Silver Dawn and was replaced by the Silver Shadow. The Silver Cloud was available in two body styles: a four-door saloon and a two-door drophead coupé. It was powered by a 4.9-litre V8 engine and had a top speed of 115 mph (185 km/h). The Silver Cloud was a very popular car, with over 7,000 units being produced.

Technical Specifications

  • Engine: 4.9-litre V8
  • Power: 178 bhp (133 kW)
  • Torque: 305 lb·ft (414 N·m)
  • Top speed: 115 mph (185 km/h)
  • 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h): 11.5 seconds
  • Fuel consumption: 15 mpg (16 L/100 km)
  • Length: 19 feet 8 inches (6.0 m)
  • Width: 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 m)
  • Height: 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 m)
  • Weight: 4,500 pounds (2,041 kg)

Design

The Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud was designed by John Blatchley, who was also responsible for the design of the Bentley Mark VI. The Silver Cloud had a classic, elegant design that was very popular with customers. The car featured a long bonnet, a large grille, and a sloping roofline. The interior of the Silver Cloud was very luxurious, with leather seats, wood trim, and a variety of amenities.

Performance

The Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud was powered by a 4.9-litre V8 engine that produced 178 bhp (133 kW) and 305 lb·ft (414 N·m) of torque. The engine was mated to a four-speed automatic transmission. The Silver Cloud had a top speed of 115 mph (185 km/h) and could accelerate from 0-60 mph (0-97 km/h) in 11.5 seconds. The Silver Cloud was not a particularly fast car, but it was very smooth and refined to drive.

Popularity

The Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud was a very popular car, with over 7,000 units being produced. The car was popular with both celebrities and royalty. Some of the famous owners of Silver Clouds included Queen Elizabeth II, Cary Grant, and Frank Sinatra. The Silver Cloud is still a popular classic car today, and it is often seen at car shows and rallies.

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