1995 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Viper would be higher. 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 206 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 87 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Viper | IS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
