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42 Version 2.1 vs Imperiale 400

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Jawa 42 Version 2.1
Ex-showroom

₹167,487 - ₹229,500

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Benelli Imperiale 400
Ex-showroom

₹214,000 - ₹235,000

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Value check

Start with price: Jawa 42 Version 2.1 at ₹167,487 - ₹229,500; Benelli Imperiale 400 at ₹214,000 - ₹235,000.

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Starting Price

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

₹167,487 - ₹229,500

Benelli Imperiale 400

₹214,000 - ₹235,000

Power

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

27.32 HP

Benelli Imperiale 400

21 HP @ 6000 rpm

Torque

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

26.84 Nm

Benelli Imperiale 400

29 Nm @ 3500 rpm

Mileage / Range

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

In terms of performance, the 293cc cafe racer can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 13 seconds.

Benelli Imperiale 400

Benelli Imperiale 400 top speed is 120 kmph (real top speed figure).

Length

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

-

Benelli Imperiale 400

2170 mm

Width

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

-

Benelli Imperiale 400

820 mm

Ground Clearance

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

165 mm

Benelli Imperiale 400

165 mm

Images

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Jawa 42 Version 2.1

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Benelli Imperiale 400

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Detailed Specifications

Compare 89 technical specs across 6 categories with 37 highlighted differences.

Total specs

89

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Differences found

37

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Other Features

26 differences in this category

Other Features
68 visible specs
26 differences

Showing all specs in Other Features, with changed values marked.

Tachometer

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Analogue

Benelli Imperiale 400

Analogue

Pillion Footrest

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Yes

Benelli Imperiale 400

Yes

Tail Light

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Halogen

Benelli Imperiale 400

Halogen

Performance

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

****

Benelli Imperiale 400

In terms of performance, the 400cc cruiser motorcycle can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 14 seconds.

Low Battery Indicator

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Yes

Benelli Imperiale 400

Not listed

Voltage

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

12V

Benelli Imperiale 400

12V

Clock

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Digital

Benelli Imperiale 400

Not listed

Latest Price in India

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Jawa 42 Version 2.1 price is Rs 1.98 lakh (ex-showroom).

Benelli Imperiale 400

Benelli Imperiale 400 price is Rs 2.35 lakh (ex-showroom).

Front Wheel

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

18-inch

Benelli Imperiale 400

19-inch

Build Quality

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

****

Benelli Imperiale 400

****

Gearbox Type

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Constant Mesh

Benelli Imperiale 400

Not listed

Frame (Chassis)

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Double Cradle

Benelli Imperiale 400

Double Cradle with Steel Tubes and Plates

Pillion Grabrail

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Yes

Benelli Imperiale 400

Yes

Speedometer

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Analogue

Benelli Imperiale 400

Analogue

Head Light

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Halogen

Benelli Imperiale 400

Halogen

Design

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

****

Benelli Imperiale 400

****

Low Oil Indicator

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Yes

Benelli Imperiale 400

Not listed

2-Wheeler Type

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Cruiser

Benelli Imperiale 400

Cruiser

On Road Price

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Jawa 42 Version 2.1 on road price is Rs 2.28 lakh in Delhi, Rs 2.36 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 2.31 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 2.34 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Jawa dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.

Benelli Imperiale 400

Benelli Imperiale 400 on road price is Rs 2.70 lakh in Delhi, Rs 2.80 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 2.74 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 2.77 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Benelli dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.

Cooling

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Liquid Cooled

Benelli Imperiale 400

Air Cooled

Capacity

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

9Ah

Benelli Imperiale 400

8Ah

Odometer

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Digital

Benelli Imperiale 400

Digital

Bike Variant

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Jawa 42 Version 2.1 (New Model)

Benelli Imperiale 400

Benelli Imperiale 400

Rear Tyre

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

120/80-17, 61P

Benelli Imperiale 400

130/80-18

Exhaust/Muffler

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Twin Exhaust

Benelli Imperiale 400

Catalytic Converter and Oxygen Sensors

Number of Cylinders

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

1

Benelli Imperiale 400

1

Stroke

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

65 mm

Benelli Imperiale 400

90.0 mm

Automatic Headlamp On (AHO)

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Yes

Benelli Imperiale 400

Yes

Number of Gears

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

6

Benelli Imperiale 400

5

Battery Type

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Maintenance Free

Benelli Imperiale 400

Maintenance Free

Wheel Type

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Blacked-Out Alloy Wheels

Benelli Imperiale 400

Spoke Wheels

Ground Clearance

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

165 mm

Benelli Imperiale 400

165 mm

Braking System

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)

Benelli Imperiale 400

2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)

Colour Options

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Odyssey Black, Asteroid Grey, Voyager Red, Vega White, Celestial Copper Matte, Nebula Blue, Orion Red Matte, Cosmic Carbon, All Star Black Matte, Sirius White Matte

Benelli Imperiale 400

Red, Black, Silver

ABS Light

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Yes

Benelli Imperiale 400

Not listed

Trip Meter

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Digital

Benelli Imperiale 400

Digital

Front Tyre

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

90/90-18 51P

Benelli Imperiale 400

100/90-19

Rear Suspension

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Twin-Shock Absorber, Gas Filled with Adjustable Preload

Benelli Imperiale 400

Pre-load Adjustable Dual Rear Shock Absorbers

Bore

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

76 mm

Benelli Imperiale 400

72.7 mm

Emission Norms

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

BS6-Compliant

Benelli Imperiale 400

BS6-Compliant

Turn Signal Light (Rear)

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Halogen

Benelli Imperiale 400

Not listed

Kerb Weight

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

182 kg

Benelli Imperiale 400

205 kg

Tubeless Tyres

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Yes

Benelli Imperiale 400

Not listed

Availability Status in India

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Available

Benelli Imperiale 400

Available

Alloy Wheels

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Yes

Benelli Imperiale 400

Not listed

Electric Start

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Yes

Benelli Imperiale 400

Yes

ABS

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

2-Channel ABS

Benelli Imperiale 400

2-Channel ABS

Front Suspension

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

35mm Telescopic Forks

Benelli Imperiale 400

41mm Telescopic Forks

Pass Light

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Yes

Benelli Imperiale 400

Yes

Compression Ratio

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

11:1

Benelli Imperiale 400

8.5:1

Turn Signal Light (Front)

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Halogen

Benelli Imperiale 400

Not listed

Similar Bikes

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Royal Enfield Classic 350, Bajaj Avenger 220 Cruise, Royal Enfield Bullet 350, Honda CB350 Highness, Royal Enfield Meteor 350

Benelli Imperiale 400

Royal Enfield Classic 350, Bajaj Dominar 400, Jawa Classic 300, Jawa 42, Honda H'ness CB350, Harley-Davidson X440

Official Tagline

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Legendary Performance

Benelli Imperiale 400

Live Your Freedom

Rear Wheel

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

17-inch

Benelli Imperiale 400

18-inch

Value for Money

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

****

Benelli Imperiale 400

****

Top Speed

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Jawa 42 top speed is 132 kmph (speedo-indicated).

Benelli Imperiale 400

Benelli Imperiale 400 top speed is 120 kmph (real top speed figure).

Wheelbase

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

1369 mm

Benelli Imperiale 400

1440 mm

Ex Showroom Price vs On Road Price

Other Features

Different

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.

Benelli Imperiale 400

Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges + 1% TDS. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.

Front Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Not listed

Benelli Imperiale 400

110 mm

Ignition

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Not listed

Benelli Imperiale 400

ECU – DELPHI MT05

Step-up Seat/Split Seat

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Not listed

Benelli Imperiale 400

Yes

0-100 kmph

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Not listed

Benelli Imperiale 400

14 secs

Emission (Co2)

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Not listed

Benelli Imperiale 400

70 g/km

Clutch

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Not listed

Benelli Imperiale 400

Multidisc Wet Clutch

Spark Plug Model Type

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Not listed

Benelli Imperiale 400

NGK BR7ES

Final Drive

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Not listed

Benelli Imperiale 400

Chain

Rear Wheel Travel

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Not listed

Benelli Imperiale 400

65 mm

Lubrication

Other Features

Same

Jawa 42 Version 2.1

Not listed

Benelli Imperiale 400

Forced Lubrication With Wet Sump

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about 42 Version 2.1 vs Imperiale 400

Which is better among Jawa 42 Version 2.1 and Benelli Imperiale 400?

The better choice depends on what you value most. Use the quick comparison, key differences, and full specifications on this page to compare Jawa 42 Version 2.1 and Benelli Imperiale 400 by price, body style, fuel type, transmission, dimensions, performance, and available features.

How do Jawa 42 Version 2.1 and Benelli Imperiale 400 prices compare?

Based on the available data, Jawa 42 Version 2.1 is listed with ₹167,487 - ₹229,500, while Benelli Imperiale 400 is listed with ₹214,000 - ₹235,000. Check the vehicle pages for city-specific and latest price details.

Where can I find detailed specifications for Jawa 42 Version 2.1 and Benelli Imperiale 400?

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