1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Viper. (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus LS. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus LS. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1997 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 1997 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Viper | 2007 Lexus LS | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Viper | LS |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4608 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3100 mm |