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Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow

General information

ModelRolls-Royce Silver Shadow
Year1978
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating64.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size6750 ccm (411.89 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving15.2 litres/100 km (15.43 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement6750 ccm (411.89 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Fuel systemCarburetor
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed190.0 km/h (118.1 mph)

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5460 litres (1,443 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (480.3 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesVentilated disks, 279 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight2206 kg (4,863.4 pounds)
Overall length5280 mm (207.9 inches)
Overall width1830 mm (72.0 inches)
Overall height1520 mm (59.8 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase3050 mm (120.1 inches)
Fuel capacity107.0 litres (28.27 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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