Name/Title
1962 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud IIDescription
The Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II was produced from 1959-1962. A total of 2,716 were made. It is equipped with a 6.2 liter V8, which was the first modern V8 engine, that produced 30% more horsepower than the preceding straight-six engine. Even though this car weighs 4,640 pounds, it can go from 0-60 mph in 10.9 seconds and had a top speed of 113 mph. Additionally, it has a four-speed automatic transmission, power steering, and a wheelbase of 123". Customers could also choose between a fixed head and drop head coupe version. Multiple color options were available, and even though the museum's Silver Cloud II appears to be black, it is actually a very dark green.Motor Vehicle Type
AutomobileMake and Manufacture
Manufacturer
Rolls-RoyceModel
Silver Cloud IIManufacture Date
1962Total Produced
2716Motor Vehicle Details
Engine
Engine Position
Front-EngineBore/Stroke
Bore: 4 inches. Stroke: 3.6 inches.Horsepower
185Drivetrain
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel DriveBody
Body Style
SedanDoors
4Number of Passengers
5Top Speed
113 mphLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Secondary Object Term
SedanNomenclature Primary Object Term
AutomobileNomenclature Sub-Class
Motor VehiclesNomenclature Class
Land Transportation T&ENomenclature Category
Category 07: Distribution & Transportation Objects
