Ducati 999 vs Ducati Panigale V2
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Ducati 999
Ducati Panigale V2
Horsepower (hp)
124 hp
155 hp
Torque (Nm)
99 Nm
104 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
270 km/h
270 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
198 kg
176 kg
Type
Supersport
Supersport
Horsepower
124 hp @ 9,750 rpm
155 hp @ 10,750 rpm
Torque
99 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
104 Nm @ 9,000 rpm
Top Speed
270 km/h
270 km/h
Weight
198 kg (wet/curb weight)
176 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
7.5 L/100km (approx 13.3 km/L)
6.5 L/100km (approx. 15.4 km/L, real-world estimate)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Ducati 999
8.0/10
"Buy it right and the 999 rewards like almost nothing else."
Pros
+Testastretta engine is exceptional
+Chassis balance genuinely brilliant
+Depreciation works in your favour
Cons
−Desmo service costs sting
−Neglected examples everywhere
−Ergonomics punish longer rides
Ducati Panigale V2
8.5/10
"An uncompromising sportbike that rewards skilled riders handsomely."
Pros
+Intoxicating twin-cylinder soundtrack
+Sharp, confidence-inspiring chassis
+Excellent electronics package
Cons
−Brutal ergonomics for commuting
−Expensive valve service intervals
−Heat soak at low speeds