Ducati Monster Diesel vs MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR (2013)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati Monster Dieselstacks up against the MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Ducati Monster Diesel | MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2013 | 2010 |
| Price | — | $16,995 |
| Engine | 1078 cc | 1078 cc |
| Horsepower | 99 hp | 154 hp |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Weight | 169 kg | 185 kg |
| Seat height | 32 mm | 32 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 3.6 L | 5.0 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Front brakes | Double disc. ABS. Four-piston calipers. | Double disc. Brembo monoblock (one-piece) brakes |
| Rear brakes | Single disc. ABS. Two-piston calipers. | Single disc. Brembo monoblock (one-piece) brakes |
| Tires | 120/70-ZR17 / 180/55-ZR17 | 120/70-ZR17 / 190/55-ZR17 |
Ducati Monster Diesel vs MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR — which should you buy?
Picking between the Ducati Monster Diesel and the MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati Monster Diesel brings 99 hp in a 169 kg package, while the MV Agusta Brutale 1078RR counters with 154 hp at 185 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: