| Attribute | Zündapp KS 500 Kardan Sport 1939 × | DKW NZ 500 1940 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1939 | 1940 |
| Make | Zündapp | DKW |
| Model | Zündapp KS 500 Kardan Sport | DKW NZ 500 |
| Category | Sport | Allround |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke | Twin, two-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor | Carburettor |
| Displacement (cm³) | 498 | 489 |
| Power (kw) | 17.5 | 13.5 |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 66 | 64 |
| Stroke (mm) | 66.6 | 76 |
| Chassis | ||
| Rear suspension | Rigid | - |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front tyre | 3.50-19 | 3.5-19 |
| Rear tyre | 3.50-19 | 3.5-19 |
| Seat | Single | Single spring-mounted |
| Wheels | Spoked | Spoked |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dry weight (kg) | 185 | 195 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0946 | 0.0692 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 135 | 115 |