Rolls-Royce Phantom V

Rolls-Royce Phantom V
Overview
ManufacturerRolls-Royce Ltd
Production1959–1968
832 produced
AssemblyCrewe, England
(engine and chassis)
DesignerPark Ward for model #980 or James Young for model #2003
Body and chassis
Body style4-door sedan
LayoutFR layout
RelatedSilver Cloud II
Powertrain
Engine6,230 cc Rolls-Royce V8
Transmission4-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase144 in (3,658 mm)[1]
Length238 in (6,045 mm)
Width79 in (2,007 mm)
Height69 in (1,753 mm)
Kerb weight5,600 lb (2,540 kg)
Chronology
PredecessorPhantom IV
SuccessorPhantom VI

The Rolls-Royce Phantom V is a large four-door limousine produced by Rolls-Royce Limited from 1959 to 1968. Based on the Silver Cloud II, it shares a V8 engine and General Motors Hydra-Matic automatic gearbox with that model. Rolls-Royce assembled the cars' chassis and drivetrains with bodies made to standard designs by coachbuilders Park Ward and James Young, former vendors absorbed by Rolls-Royce.[2]

The engine is a 6,230 cc 90-degree V8 with twin SU carburettors, coupled to a 4-speed automatic transmission. The car has massive drum brakes and a wheelbase of 3,683 mm. Power assisted steering was standard.[2]

A shallow gear gave a walking speed which was suitable for ceremonies.[citation needed] From 1963 onward, the Silver Cloud III's 7% more powerful engine and new front wings (incorporating the latter's quad headlamps) were fitted.

  1. ^ Cardew, Basil (1966). Daily Express Review of the 1966 Motor Show. London: Beaverbrook Newspapers Ltd.
  2. ^ a b "Used Car Test: Rolls-Royce Phantom V". Autocar. 134 (nbr 3904): 47–49. 21 January 1971.