Moto Guzzi V 35 Ill vs Ariel W-NG 350 (1987)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Moto Guzzi V 35 Illstacks up against the Ariel W-NG 350. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMoto Guzzi V 35 IllAriel W-NG 350
Model year19871944
Price
Engine346 cc346 cc
Horsepower27 hp17 hp
Weight169 kg
Fuel capacity4.5 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed4-speed
Front brakesDual discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires100/90-16 / 110/80-18 3.25-19 / 3.25-19

Moto Guzzi V 35 Ill vs Ariel W-NG 350 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Moto Guzzi V 35 Ill and the Ariel W-NG 350 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Moto Guzzi V 35 Ill brings 27 hp, while the Ariel W-NG 350 counters with 17 hp at 169 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: