| Attribute | Hercules 322 1953 × | Zündapp DB 255 Elastic 250 1953 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1953 | 1953 |
| Make | Hercules | Zündapp |
| Model | Hercules 322 | Zündapp DB 255 Elastic 250 |
| Category | Sport | Sport |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Twin, two-stroke | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Bing 24mm | Carburettor |
| Displacement (cm³) | 246 | 246 |
| Power (kw) | 11 | 9.5 |
| Cooling system | Air | - |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | - |
| Bore (mm) | 52 | 67 |
| Stroke (mm) | 58 | 70 |
| Gearbox | 4-speed | - |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic | Telescopic |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm | Two schock |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Frame type | - | Tubular |
| Front tyre | 3.25-19 | 3.25-19 |
| Rear tyre | 3.25-19 | 3.25-19 |
| Seat | Dual | Dual |
| Wheels | Spoked | Spoked |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Kick | - |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dry weight (kg) | 159 | 147 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0692 | 0.0646 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 120 | 100 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | 14 | 14.7 |