| Attribute | MV Agusta 500 Four 1975 × | Norton Dominator 88SS 1962 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1975 | 1962 |
| Make | MV Agusta | Norton |
| Model | MV Agusta 500 Four | Norton Dominator 88SS |
| Category | Sport | Allround |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke | Twin, four-stroke |
| Fuel system | - | Carburettor. Amal |
| Displacement (cm³) | 433 | 497 |
| Power (kw) | 57.8 | 26.3 |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | - | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 56 | 66 |
| Stroke (mm) | 44 | 73 |
| Fuel control | Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC) | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Clutch | Dry Multiple | - |
| Compression | - | 8.5:1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic | Telescopic-coil springs |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm | Swingarm with three shoks |
| Front brakes | Double disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Double disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Frame type | Doble Cradle | Doble cradle |
| Seat | - | Dual |
| Other | ||
| Color options |
| - |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 285 | 176 |