Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud overview
The Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is a Cabrio produced from 1955 to 1966 across 3 generations. The catalogue data contains one version for each generation: the first-generation 4.9 AT and the second- and third-generation 6.2 AT. Every listed Silver Cloud has a Gasoline engine, an Automatic gearbox, RWD, and no boost.
The Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud is a Cabrio produced from 1955 to 1966 across 3 generations. The catalogue data contains one version for each generation: the first-generation 4.9 AT and the second- and third-generation 6.2 AT. Every listed Silver Cloud has a Gasoline engine, an Automatic gearbox, RWD, and no boost.
Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud generations
The first-generation Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud was produced from 1955 to 1958 as a Cabrio. This generation has one listed version, 4.9 AT, with a 4,887 cc Gasoline engine producing 157 hp (116 kW) at 4,000 rpm.
The second-generation Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud was produced from 1959 to 1962 as a Cabrio. Its single listed version is 6.2 AT with a 6,223 cc Gasoline engine producing 200 hp (147 kW) at 4,500 rpm.
The third-generation Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud was produced from 1963 to 1966 as a Cabrio. It also has one listed version named 6.2 AT, distinguished from the second-generation version by its output of 223 hp (164 kW). The engine speed at which this output is produced is not measured.
Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud engine and specs
| Generation and version | Power | Torque | Displacement | Fuel | Cylinders | Layout | Boost | Gearbox | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First generation 4.9 AT | 157 hp (116 kW) at 4,000 rpm | not measured | 4,887 cc | Gasoline | 6 | Inline | No | 4-speed Automatic | RWD |
| Second generation 6.2 AT, 200 hp | 200 hp (147 kW) at 4,500 rpm | not measured | 6,223 cc | Gasoline | 8 | V-shaped | No | 4-speed Automatic | RWD |
| Third generation 6.2 AT, 223 hp | 223 hp (164 kW); power rpm not measured | not measured | 6,223 cc | Gasoline | 8 | V-shaped | No | 4-speed Automatic | RWD |
The first-generation 4.9 AT uses a Carburetor and has 2 valves per cylinder, a compression ratio of 6.6, and a bore and stroke of 95.3 × 114.3 mm. The second-generation 6.2 AT, 200 hp also uses a Carburetor and has 2 valves per cylinder; its compression ratio is 8, while its bore and stroke measure 104.1 × 91.4 mm. The third-generation 6.2 AT, 223 hp retains the Carburetor system, 2 valves per cylinder, and the 104.1 × 91.4 mm bore and stroke, but its compression ratio is 9.
All three versions combine Independent, spring front suspension with Dependent, leaf spring rear suspension. Drum brakes are fitted at both the front and rear on every listed generation.
Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud performance and economy
For the first-generation 4.9 AT, acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is not measured and top speed is not measured. City, highway, and combined fuel consumption are not measured, while CO2 emissions and eco class are also not measured.
For the second-generation 6.2 AT, 200 hp, acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h is not measured. Its measured top speed is 183 km/h. City, highway, and combined fuel consumption are not measured; CO2 emissions and eco class are not measured as well.
For the third-generation 6.2 AT, 223 hp, acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h and top speed are not measured. City, highway, and combined fuel consumption are not measured. CO2 emissions and eco class are likewise not measured.
Because the supplied data does not include fuel-consumption figures, an mpg value cannot be stated for any Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud version.
Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud dimensions and weight
| Generation and version | Kerb weight | Gross weight | Ground clearance | Fuel tank | Wheel sizes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First generation 4.9 AT | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| Second generation 6.2 AT, 200 hp | not measured | not measured | not measured | 82 L | not measured |
| Third generation 6.2 AT, 223 hp | not measured | not measured | not measured | 82 L | not measured |
Overall exterior dimensions are not measured in the supplied catalogue data. That includes the dimensions requested for a 1965 Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud, which falls within the 1963–1966 third generation. Kerb weight, gross weight, ground clearance, and wheel sizes are not measured for any listed version.
Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud interior, price, and cars for sale
Interior specifications are not measured in the supplied data. Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud prices and cars for sale are also outside the available catalogue information, so no price or sales claim can be made for the model generally or for either 6.2 AT version.
Which Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud version to choose
Choose the first-generation 4.9 AT if the Inline 6-cylinder specification is the priority. It produces 157 hp from 4,887 cc. Compared with either 6.2 AT, its displacement is 1,336 cc smaller. It delivers 43 hp less than the second-generation 6.2 AT, 200 hp and 66 hp less than the third-generation 6.2 AT, 223 hp.
The second-generation 6.2 AT, 200 hp offers a V-shaped 8-cylinder engine with 6,223 cc, 200 hp, and a measured top speed of 183 km/h. It is also one of the two versions with a measured 82 L fuel-tank capacity. Among the listed versions, it is the only one with a measured top-speed figure.
The third-generation 6.2 AT, 223 hp has the highest listed output. It produces 23 hp more than the second-generation 6.2 AT despite sharing its 6,223 cc displacement, V-shaped 8-cylinder layout, Carburetor system, 4-speed Automatic gearbox, and RWD. Its compression ratio is 9 rather than 8, while both versions have an 82 L tank. Performance beyond these supplied figures is not measured, so acceleration or top-speed comparisons cannot be made.