2005 Honda NSX vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 165 kg more than 1952 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 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | NSX | Renown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
