Zündapp DB 202 vs BMW R2 Series 3 (1952)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Zündapp DB 202stacks up against the BMW R2 Series 3. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecZündapp DB 202BMW R2 Series 3
Model year19521934
Price
Engine198 cc198 cc
Horsepower8 hp8 hp
Weight125 kg
Fuel capacity3.2 L2.9 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed3-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.25-19 / 3.25-19 2.99-25.00 / 2.99-25.00

Zündapp DB 202 vs BMW R2 Series 3 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Zündapp DB 202 and the BMW R2 Series 3 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Zündapp DB 202 brings 8 hp in a 125 kg package, while the BMW R2 Series 3 counters with 8 hp.

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: