Rolls-Royce celebrates 100th anniversary of ‘Twenty’

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Rolls-Royce announced that the company will be celebrating the centenary of the 20 H.P. (aka “Twenty”), regarded as one of the most important and influential models produced by the marque. Per the British car brand, Twenty was launched on October 6, 1922, and was designed by Sir Henry Royce himself.

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  • When was the Rolls-Royce 20 H.P. launched?

    The Rolls-Royce 20 H.P. was launched in October 6, 1922.
  • Which Rolls-Royce cars are considered descendants of the Rolls-Royce 20 H.P.?

    The cars considered descendants of the Rolls-Royce 20 H.P. are the Ghost, Wraith, Dawn, and Cullinan.
  • Twenty was the first Rolls-Royce designed as a driver’s car instead of a passenger’s car. On that note, Twenty is considered the direct ancestor of today’s similarly intended automobiles from the brand which include the Rolls-Royce Ghost, Rolls-Royce Wraith, Rolls-Royce Dawn, and the Rolls-Royce Cullinan.

    It also brought with it some technical advancements — a smaller engine with a lighter body — which served as the basis for Rolls-Royce engines and motor cars for the next three decades.

    “Every Rolls-Royce is both evolutionary and revolutionary: true to our essential design and engineering principles while taking technology, comfort, and the driving experience to a new level. But during our long history, there have been certain defining models that have permanently altered the wider automotive landscape. The ‘Twenty’, launched 100 years ago, is one of them. We join with owners and enthusiasts around the world in marking this very special occasion and celebrating the lasting legacy of this legendary and much-loved motor car,” said Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Chief Executive (CEO) Torsten Müller-Ötvös.

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