| Attribute | Norton Dominator 88 1956 × | Zündapp KS 601 Kardan Sport 1957 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1956 | 1957 |
| Make | Norton | Zündapp |
| Model | Norton Dominator 88 | Zündapp KS 601 Kardan Sport |
| Category | Allround | Allround |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Twin, four-stroke | Two cylinder boxer, two-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Amal | Carburettor. Bing |
| Displacement (cm³) | 596 | 592 |
| Power (kw) | 22.6 | 24.8 |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Bore (mm) | 68 | - |
| Stroke (mm) | 82 | - |
| Gearbox | 4-speed | 4-speed |
| Fuel control | Overhead Valves (OHV) | Overhead Valves (OHV) |
| Compression | 7.4:1 | - |
| Chassis | ||
| Front suspension | Telescopic | Telescopic |
| Rear suspension | Swingarm -two plungers | - |
| 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 | - | 3.50-19 |
| Rear tyre | - | 3.50-19 |
| Seat | Dual | Two single seats |
| Wheels | Spoked | Spoked |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Kick | Kick |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dry weight (kg) | 179 | 216 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1263 | 0.1148 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 163 | 140 |
| Fuel capacity (l) | - | 14.5 |