1998 Chrysler Viper vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Lexus LS. (380 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 375 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Chrysler Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus LS. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus LS. 2010 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1998 Chrysler Viper has manual transmission. 1998 Chrysler Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Viper | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Viper | LS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 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 | 1590 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3091 mm |
