Yamaha YZF-R1 vs BMW S 1000 RR vs Ducati 959 Panigale
| Category | 959 Panigale | Yamaha YZF-R1 | BMW S 1000 RR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | V2 | R4 | R4 |
| Max power (ps) | 157 | 200 | 193 |
| Max torque (Nm) | 107 | 112 | 112 |
| Curb weight (kg) | 204 | 201 | 207 |
| Power / tonne (ps) | 770 | 995 | 933 |
| Average price (€) | 14k | 19k | 19k |
Lap Times
| Track | 959 Panigale | Yamaha YZF-R1 | BMW S 1000 RR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mallory Park | 0:55.71 | 0:54.33 | 0:53.80 |
| Donington Park GP (post 1985) | 1:39.01 | 1:37.48 | 1:37.73 |
Acceleration
| Speed & distance | 959 Panigale | Yamaha YZF-R1 | BMW S 1000 RR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 60 mph | 2.8 s | 2.9 s | 3.2 s |
| 0 - 80 mph | 6.1 s | 5.9 s | 4.5 s |
| 1/4 mile | 10.3 s | 10.1 s | 10.1 s |
General performance
| Category | 959 Panigale | Yamaha YZF-R1 | BMW S 1000 RR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel economy | 6.4 l/100 km | 6.0 l/100 km | 8.5 l/100 km |
| Wheel power | 146 ps | 193 ps | 199 ps |
| Wheel torque | 101 Nm | 113 Nm | 116 Nm |
Summary
| Category | 959 Panigale | Yamaha YZF-R1 | BMW S 1000 RR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 93 | 99 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 95 | 94 | 100 |
| Overall | 94 | 97 | 100 |
Verdict
S 1000 RR is the fastest by a small margin.
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