2008 Dodge Viper vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2012 Lexus LS. (438 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 615 kg more than 2008 Dodge Viper.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Dodge Viper (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus LS. (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Viper | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lexus |
| Model | Viper | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8357 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 84 L |
