1996 Acura NSX vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1996 Acura NSX is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura NSX weights approximately 200 kg more than 1948 Triumph Roadster. 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, 1996 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura NSX | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
Make | Acura | Triumph |
Model | NSX | Roadster |
Year Released | 1996 | 1948 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |