2005 Acura NSX vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 172 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Acura NSX (285 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Acura | Triumph |
| Model | NSX | Renown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
