| Attribute | Honda CBR 900 RR Fireblade 1998 × | Ducati 916 SPS 1997 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1998 | 1997 |
| Make | Honda | Ducati |
| Model | Honda CBR 900 RR Fireblade | Ducati 916 SPS |
| Category | Sport | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | In-line four, four-stroke | V2, four-stroke |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Displacement (cm³) | 918 | 916 |
| Power (kw) | 94.9 | 98.5 |
| Cooling system | Liquid | Liquid |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Torque (Nm) | 92 | - |
| Gearbox | 6-speed | 6-speed |
| Chassis | ||
| Front brakes | Dual disc | Dual disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dry weight (kg) | 180 | 185 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.5272 | 0.5324 |
| Seat height (mm) | 810 | 790 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 275 | 270 |