Ducati Scrambler Classic vs Norton Commando 850 Interstate (2018)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Scrambler Classicstacks up against the Norton Commando 850 Interstate. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDucati Scrambler ClassicNorton Commando 850 Interstate
Model year20181975
Price
Engine803 cc828 cc
Horsepower73 hp51 hp
Torque67 Nm
Weight177 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity3.6 L6.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed4-speed
Front brakesSingle disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. Single disc
Rear brakesSingle disc. ABS. Floating disc. Single-piston caliper. Expanding brake
Tires110/80-18 / 180/55-17 410-19 / 4.10-19

Ducati Scrambler Classic vs Norton Commando 850 Interstate — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ducati Scrambler Classic and the Norton Commando 850 Interstate usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Scrambler Classic brings 73 hp in a 177 kg package, while the Norton Commando 850 Interstate counters with 51 hp.

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: