2008 Honda NSX vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 59 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 205 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, 2008 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | NSX | Renown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 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 | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 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 |
