MV Agusta F4 1000 MT Tamburini vs Ducati 996 (2005)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the MV Agusta F4 1000 MT Tamburinistacks up against the Ducati 996. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | MV Agusta F4 1000 MT Tamburini | Ducati 996 |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2005 | 2001 |
| Price | — | — |
| Engine | 996 cc | 996 cc |
| Horsepower | 173 hp | 113 hp |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Weight | 190 kg | 198 kg |
| Seat height | — | 31 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 4.6 L | 4.5 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Dual disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/65-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 | 120/60-ZR17 / 190/50-ZR17 |
MV Agusta F4 1000 MT Tamburini vs Ducati 996 — which should you buy?
Picking between the MV Agusta F4 1000 MT Tamburini and the Ducati 996 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the MV Agusta F4 1000 MT Tamburini brings 173 hp in a 190 kg package, while the Ducati 996 counters with 113 hp at 198 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: