| Attribute | DKW RT 175 VS 1958 × | Zündapp DB 205 Elastic 200 1953 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1958 | 1953 |
| Make | DKW | Zündapp |
| Model | DKW RT 175 VS | Zündapp DB 205 Elastic 200 |
| Category | Sport | Allround |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, two-stroke | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Bing | Carburettor |
| Displacement (cm³) | 174 | 198 |
| Power (kw) | 7 | 6.9 |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | - |
| Bore (mm) | 62 | 60 |
| Stroke (mm) | 58 | 70 |
| Gearbox | 4-speed | - |
| Compression | 1.3:1 | - |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic | - |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm | - |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front tyre | 3-18 | - |
| Rear tyre | 3-18 | - |
| Seat | Dual | Single |
| Wheels | Spoked | Spoked |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 101 | 95 |