Ghost

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has confirmed headline performance figures for Ghost, their new model which will be unveiled at the Frankfurt motor show in September. It will be out fitted with a 6.6L turbo charged V12 engine unique to Rolls-Royce. Also, the engine will be paired with an 8-speed automatic ZF gearbox.

Race Specs:

• Engine power output of 563 bhp / 420 kW / 570 PS @ 5250 rpm
• 0-60mph in 4.7 seconds / 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds
• Top speed of 155 mph / 250 km/h (electronically governed)
• Maximum torque 780 Nm / 575 lb ft @ 1500 rpm

Customer deliveries of Ghost in the UK and Europe will begin late in 2009 with pricing from £165,000 (US $271,160) excluding taxes and delivery charges. Customer deliveries in other markets including the USA and Asia Pacific region will begin from the second quarter 2010.Read more