Zündapp Z 300 vs Benelli Tornado 302 (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Zündapp Z 300stacks up against the Benelli Tornado 302. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecZündapp Z 300Benelli Tornado 302
Model year19292016
Price
Engine298 cc300 cc
Horsepower26 hp36 hp
Torque27 Nm
Weight105 kg180 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity3.7 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Double disc. 4 pistons caliper
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc. 2 pistons caliper
Tires2.85-26 / 2.85-26 100/70-ZR17 / 150/60-ZR17

Zündapp Z 300 vs Benelli Tornado 302 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Zündapp Z 300 and the Benelli Tornado 302 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Zündapp Z 300 brings 26 hp in a 105 kg package, while the Benelli Tornado 302 counters with 36 hp at 180 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: