Benelli Tornado Novocento Limited Edition vs Ducati 900 SS Nuda (2003)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Benelli Tornado Novocento Limited Editionstacks up against the Ducati 900 SS Nuda. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecBenelli Tornado Novocento Limited EditionDucati 900 SS Nuda
Model year20032001
Price
Engine898 cc904 cc
Horsepower141 hp79 hp
Torque100 Nm76 Nm
Weight185 kg188 kg
Seat height32 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 170/60-ZR17

Benelli Tornado Novocento Limited Edition vs Ducati 900 SS Nuda — which should you buy?

Picking between the Benelli Tornado Novocento Limited Edition and the Ducati 900 SS Nuda usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Benelli Tornado Novocento Limited Edition brings 141 hp in a 185 kg package, while the Ducati 900 SS Nuda counters with 79 hp at 188 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: