Ducati 1199 Panigale 2013 vs. Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2020

The Ducati 1199 Panigale model year 2013 and the Ducati Streetfighter V4 S model year 2020 are both high-performance motorcycles from Ducati, but they have several differences in terms of specifications and strengths.

Starting with the engine and drivetrain, the Ducati 1199 Panigale 2013 is equipped with a V2 engine with a bore of 112 mm and a stroke of 60.8 mm. It has an engine power of 195 HP and a torque of 132 Nm. The compression ratio is 12.5 and the displacement is 1198 ccm. On the other hand, the Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2020 features a high-revving and brutally powerful engine with a bore of 81 mm and a stroke of 53.5 mm. It has an engine power of 208 HP and a torque of 123 Nm. The compression ratio is 14 and the displacement is 1103 ccm. The Streetfighter V4 S has a more powerful engine compared to the Panigale 2013.

Ducati 1199 Panigale 2013

In terms of suspension, both motorcycles have upside-down telescopic forks at the front. However, the Panigale 2013 is equipped with Marzocchi suspension, while the Streetfighter V4 S features Öhlins suspension. Both suspensions have adjustments for compression, preload, and rebound. The rear suspension is a single swing arm for both models, also with compression, preload, and rebound adjustments.

Both motorcycles have an aluminum frame with a monocoque design. The brakes on the front are double disk with four pistons and radial monoblock technology from Brembo for both models. The assistance systems for both motorcycles include ABS. However, the Streetfighter V4 S 2020 has additional advanced rider assistance systems such as riding modes, dynamic suspension, cornering ABS, launch control, ride by wire, quickshifter, traction control, and anti-wheelie.

In terms of dimensions and weights, both motorcycles have the same front and rear tire widths and diameters. However, the Streetfighter V4 S has a longer wheelbase of 1488 mm compared to the 1437 mm of the Panigale 2013. The seat height of the Streetfighter V4 S is also slightly higher at 845 mm compared to the 825 mm of the Panigale 2013. The fuel tank capacity of the Panigale 2013 is 17 l, while the Streetfighter V4 S has a slightly smaller capacity of 16 l.

Ducati Streetfighter V4 S 2020

In terms of strengths, the Panigale 2013 is known for being the most powerful V2 and a design icon. It also has brute brakes and a low weight. On the other hand, the Streetfighter V4 S 2020 has an electronics package at the absolute top level and a very agile handling. It also has a surprisingly comfortable seating position even for tall riders, powerful brakes, a sporty high-quality chassis, great aerodynamics, and looks to die for.

However, both motorcycles have their weaknesses. The Panigale 2013 is known for its nervous driving behavior, while the Streetfighter V4 S 2020 requires higher revs for fear in the saddle and has a somewhat rough engine response in city traffic and everyday life. It also has tippy handling at low speeds and strongly changing engine noise depending on speed and flap position.