1994 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 118 kg more than 1994 Dodge Viper.
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, 1994 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1994 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1994 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Viper | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Viper | GS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
