There is no denying the fact that Rolls-Royce is one of the top car manufacturers. The company is famous for producing some of the most loved luxury sedans of all time. The latest addition to the fleet is the 2014 Rolls-Royce Phantom. Let’s look at the latest Phantom in detail:
Engine Specifications
If there is anything Rolls-Royce promises, its quality and power. Each and every Rolls-Royce vehicle is manufactured according to the highest standards in the industry. The engine that powers the massive and luxurious 2014 Rolls-Royce is an example of fine engineering. The engine has direct injection technology which gives it immense power. It is a massive V-type engine that is powered by 12 cylinders. The capacity of this engine is 6.8 liters. This massive engine is powered by a state of the art transmission system.
Unlike conventional transmissions, the Rolls-Royce transmission is designed specially keeping in mind each car. The 2014 Rolls-Royce Phantom’s engine power is harnessed with the help of a ZF automatic transmission. This transmission is an 8-speed. To provide immense stability to this car, the drivetrain is a rear-wheel drive.
Performance Specifications
The massive engine that powers the 2014 Rolls-Royce Phantom delivers immense power. The direct gas injection system adds to this power. The 6.8-liter V-12 produces a staggering 453 ponies and an incredible 531 pounds of torque. One may be lead to believe that the 2014 Rolls-Royce Phantom is an incredibly fast car, considering the performance rating of the engine.
The truth is that the Phantom is far from a performance car. The engine is designed to produce immense power but not enough to make it a sports car. The immense power produced by the engine is simply there to pull the massive body. The body and frame of the 2014 Rolls-Royce Phantom is exceptionally heavy and sturdy.
Moreover, it is laced with top of the line features. The massive engine gives the car a smooth and comfortable ride. The best thing about the engine of the 2014 Rolls-Royce Phantom is that it hardly makes any noise. In fact when you are driving the car, you hardly feel the road or any other noise. It feels as if you are riding on thin air. Riding in a Rolls-Royce is one of the most pleasant experiences in life.
Safety Specifications
Considering the reputation of the manufacturer and the fact that it is a high-end luxury car, the 2014 Rolls-Royce Phantom is laced with topnotch safety features. In fact, it comes with almost all the safety features there are. The brakes of the 2014 Rolls-Royce Phantom are anti-lock. To add further stability to this luxurious beast, the car is equipped with a traction control system. Moreover, there is also a traction control system incorporated into the car to counter different road conditions.
There is a warning system for low tire pressure and airbags in various spots. The 2014 Rolls-Royce Phantom also comes equipped with side impact beams to keep you safe. Considering these safety features, it is safe to say that the Phantom is one of the safest cars on the road.
Interior Features
The interior of the 2014 Rolls-Royce Phantom is more like a dream. It is spacious, comfortable and state of the art. Each and every aspect of the interior of this magnificent car is handmade. The 2014 Rolls-Royce Phantom is without a doubt the ultimate luxury car.