2004 Acura NSX vs. 1963 Triumph TR4
To start off, 2004 Acura NSX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1963 Triumph TR4. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura NSX weights approximately 465 kg more than 1963 Triumph TR4. 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, 2004 Acura NSX (304 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura NSX | 1963 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | NSX | TR4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
