| Attribute | Adler M 250 S 1954 × | DKW E 250 1928 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1954 | 1928 |
| Make | Adler | DKW |
| Model | Adler M 250 S | DKW E 250 |
| Category | Allround | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Twin, two-stroke | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor | Carburettor |
| Displacement (cm³) | 247 | 247 |
| Power (kw) | 11.7 | - |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 54 | 68 |
| Stroke (mm) | 54 | 68 |
| Gearbox | 4-speed | - |
| Ignition | - | Magneto |
| Clutch | Wet multiplate | - |
| Compression | 5.8:1 | - |
| Chassis | ||
| Rear suspension | Two schock | None |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Diameter (mm) | 180 | 140 |
| Frame type | Semi double cradle | - |
| Front tyre | - | 2.85-26 |
| Rear tyre | - | 2.85-26 |
| Seat | Single | Two single seats |
| Wheels | - | Spoked |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Kick | - |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dry weight (kg) | 135 | 90 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0867 | - |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 116 | 78 |