1997 Acura NSX vs. 1960 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1960 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1960 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 610 kg more than 1960 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 1960 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | NSX | Herald |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2320 mm |
