| Attribute | DKW RT 250 2 1955 × | Ducati Elite 1962 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1955 | 1962 |
| Make | DKW | Ducati |
| Model | DKW RT 250 2 | Ducati Elite |
| Category | Sport | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, two-stroke | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Bing | Carburettor. Dellorto UB 24 |
| Displacement (cm³) | 244 | 204 |
| Power (kw) | 10.3 | 13.1 |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Chain |
| Bore (mm) | 70 | 67 |
| Stroke (mm) | 64 | 57 |
| Fuel control | - | Overhead Cams (OHC) |
| Ignition | - | Mageneto flywhel |
| Clutch | - | Wet multiplate |
| Lubrication system | - | Forced wet sump |
| Compression | - | 8.5:1 |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic | Telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | None | Swinging arm suspension |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Diameter (mm) | 160 | 160 |
| Frame type | - | Single open cradle in steel tubing |
| Front tyre | 3.25-19 | 2.75-18 |
| Rear tyre | 3.25-19 | 3.25-18 |
| Seat | - | Dual seatt |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dry weight (kg) | 143 | 118 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.072 | 0.111 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 108 | 140 |