| Attribute | DKW SB 500 1939 × | Zündapp K 500 1936 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1939 | 1936 |
| Make | DKW | Zündapp |
| Model | DKW SB 500 | Zündapp K 500 |
| Category | Allround | Allround |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Twin, two-stroke | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Amal | Carburettor. Bing 22mm |
| Displacement (cm³) | 493.9 | 498 |
| Power (kw) | 10.9 | 11.7 |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Bore (mm) | 68 | 69 |
| Stroke (mm) | 68 | 66.6 |
| Gearbox | - | 4-speed |
| Compression | 5.7:1 | - |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | - | Telescopic |
| Rear suspension | Rigid | Rigid |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front tyre | 3.5-19 | 3.50-19 |
| Rear tyre | 3.5-19 | 3.50-19 |
| Seat | - | Two single seats |
| Wheels | - | Spoked |
| Other | ||
| Starter | - | Kick |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dry weight (kg) | 165 | 180 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0661 | 0.065 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 115 | 105 |