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37/100Commuter
Power/Weight
0.06 hp/kg
Top Speed
95 km/h
Engine
398 ccm
Technical Overview
1933 Zündapp K 400 Kardan Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown
Engineered by Zündapp for the sport motorcycle segment, the 1933 Zündapp K 400 Kardan relies on a 398 cc (24.3 cu in) air-cooled two cylinder boxer, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 10 HP (7.3 kW) at 4,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 4-speed gearbox and shaft drive (cardan) final drive. With a specific output of 25.1 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.
On the scales, the K 400 Kardan measures 164 kg (362 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.06 HP/kg (16.4 kg per horsepower). The 12-liter (3.2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 95 km/h (59 mph).
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