Ural Scrambler vs Ducati 450 Mark 3 D (1974)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ural Scramblerstacks up against the Ducati 450 Mark 3 D. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecUral ScramblerDucati 450 Mark 3 D
Model year19691974
Price
Engine436 cc435 cc
Horsepower27 hp31 hp
Weight150 kg
Fuel capacity3.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake
Tires3.25-18 / 3.50-18

Ural Scrambler vs Ducati 450 Mark 3 D — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ural Scrambler and the Ducati 450 Mark 3 D usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ural Scrambler brings 27 hp in a 150 kg package, while the Ducati 450 Mark 3 D counters with 31 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: