1997 Chrysler Viper vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,984 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GS. (340 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 285 kg more than 1997 Chrysler 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, 1997 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chrysler Viper | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Viper | GS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7984 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2850 mm |
