2005 Honda NSX vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 360 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2000. 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 (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | NSX | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
