Moto Guzzi Audace 1400 vs Ducati Xdiavel
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Moto Guzzi Audace 1400 vs Ducati Xdiavel. Moto Guzzi Audace 1400: 96 hp @ 6,500 rpm hp, 317 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 200 km/h (estimated; manufacturer limited), Motoryk rating 7.5/10. Ducati Xdiavel: 156 hp @ 9,500 rpm hp, 236 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 225 km/h, Motoryk rating 8.0/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Moto Guzzi Audace 1400
Ducati Xdiavel
Horsepower (hp)
96 hp
156 hp
Torque (Nm)
120 Nm
129 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
200 km/h
225 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
317 kg
236 kg
Type
Cruiser
Cruiser
Horsepower
96 hp @ 6,500 rpm
156 hp @ 9,500 rpm
Torque
120 Nm @ 2,750 rpm
129 Nm @ 5,000 rpm
Top Speed
200 km/h (estimated; manufacturer limited)
225 km/h
Weight
317 kg (wet/curb weight)
236 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L) — estimated real-world average
6.5 L/100km (approximately 15.4 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fairing
No
No
Individual Reviews
Moto Guzzi Audace 1400
7.5/10
"A deeply individual machine that rewards patience and punishes impatience."
Pros
+Absolutely distinctive visual presence
+Massive torque below 4000rpm
+Genuine mechanical character
Cons
−Thin dealer and parts network
−Heavy for urban maneuvering
−Early electrical gremlins reported
Ducati Xdiavel
8.0/10
"The best power cruiser available, if your wallet survives ownership."
Pros
+Engine is absolutely sensational
+Surprisingly capable through corners
+Aggressive, distinctive visual presence
Cons
−Valve service costs hurt badly
−Long-distance comfort disappoints
−Service history gaps are common
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