1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, both 1995 Dodge Viper and 1995 Lexus GS were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1995 Lexus GS. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 282 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus GS. (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus GS. 1995 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1995 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1995 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Viper | 1995 Lexus GS | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Viper | GS |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 359 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 621 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 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 | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |