Aermacchi Chimera 175 vs DKW Block 175 (1965)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Aermacchi Chimera 175stacks up against the DKW Block 175. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecAermacchi Chimera 175DKW Block 175
Model year19651933
Price
Engine172 cc172 cc
Weight122 kg
Fuel capacity3.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.50-17 / 2.50-17 3-25 / 3-25

Aermacchi Chimera 175 vs DKW Block 175 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Aermacchi Chimera 175 and the DKW Block 175 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Aermacchi Chimera 175 brings its published horsepower in a 122 kg package, while the DKW Block 175 counters with its own power figure.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: