Suzuki GSX 400 E vs Ducati 450 TS (1988)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Suzuki GSX 400 Estacks up against the Ducati 450 TS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecSuzuki GSX 400 EDucati 450 TS
Model year19881971
Price
Engine399 cc435 cc
Horsepower27 hp20 hp
Fuel capacity4.0 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed5-speed
Front brakesSingle discExpanding brake
Rear brakesExpanding brakeExpanding brake
Tires3.00-18 / 3.75-18 3.50-18 / 3.50-18

Suzuki GSX 400 E vs Ducati 450 TS — which should you buy?

Picking between the Suzuki GSX 400 E and the Ducati 450 TS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Suzuki GSX 400 E brings 27 hp, while the Ducati 450 TS counters with 20 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: