2000 Dodge Viper vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Viper. (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Viper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 408 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper. 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus LS. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus LS. 2011 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2000 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2000 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2011 Lexus LS | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Viper | LS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 620 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 | 1565 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2969 mm |