2008 Honda NSX vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 40 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda NSX weights approximately 336 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, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | NSX | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 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 | 1506 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
