2007 Honda S2000 vs. 1955 Triumph TR2
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1955 Triumph TR2. (90 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Triumph TR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda S2000 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1955 Triumph TR2. 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, 2007 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Triumph TR2. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Triumph TR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 1955 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | S2000 | TR2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 56 L |
