MZ 1000S vs Moto Guzzi SP 1000 III (2007)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the MZ 1000Sstacks up against the Moto Guzzi SP 1000 III. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecMZ 1000SMoto Guzzi SP 1000 III
Model year20071993
Price$11,070
Engine999 cc949 cc
Horsepower115 hp71 hp
Torque95 Nm78 Nm
Weight210 kg
Seat height32 mm33 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L5.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesDouble disc. 4-piston caliperDual disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-17

MZ 1000S vs Moto Guzzi SP 1000 III — which should you buy?

Picking between the MZ 1000S and the Moto Guzzi SP 1000 III usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the MZ 1000S brings 115 hp in a 210 kg package, while the Moto Guzzi SP 1000 III counters with 71 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: