2007 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Lexus LS. (380 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 450 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus LS. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus LS. 2012 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Viper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Viper | 2012 Lexus LS | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Viper | LS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 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 | 1523 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2969 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |