'At 60 miles an hour the loudest noise in this Rolls-Royce comes from the electric clock.' 1958
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- This claims the car is so quiet that the only audible noise comes from the clock.
- In plain terms
- The car is so quiet the only noise is the clock.
- What can you take from it?
- Silence is a key marker of luxury.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How is silence defined in cars?
- Does quiet mean better?
Another view
The claim is subjective and depends on road conditions.
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