1988 Honda NSX vs. 1961 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1988 Honda NSX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda NSX (251 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR3. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda NSX weights approximately 312 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Honda NSX (288 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR3. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1988 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR3.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda NSX | 1961 Triumph TR3 | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | NSX | TR3 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 904 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |