Comparison of Zündapp K 500 1940 and Zündapp KS 500 Kardan Sport 1938 [S]ave
| Attribute |  Zündapp KS 500 Kardan Sport 1938 × |  Zündapp K 500 1940 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1938 | 1940 |
| Make | Zündapp | Zündapp |
| Model | Zündapp KS 500 Kardan Sport | Zündapp K 500 |
| Category | Sport | Allround |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke | Two cylinder boxer, four-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Amal | Carburettor. Bing 22mm |
| Displacement (cm³) | 498 | 498 |
| Power (kw) | 17.5 | 11.7 |
| Cooling system | Air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Shaft drive (cardan) | Shaft drive (cardan) |
| Bore (mm) | 66 | 69 |
| Stroke (mm) | 66.6 | 66.6 |
| 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 | 3.50-19 | 3.50-19 |
| Rear tyre | 3.50-19 | 3.50-19 |
| Seat | Single | Two single seats |
| Wheels | Spoked | - |
| Other | ||
| Starter | - | Kick |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dry weight (kg) | 185 | 180 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0946 | 0.065 |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed (km/h) | 135 | 105 |
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