Ducati 250 GT vs Zündapp EM 250 (1966)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Ducati 250 GTstacks up against the Zündapp EM 250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecDucati 250 GTZündapp EM 250
Model year19661927
Price
Engine249 cc249 cc
Horsepower22 hp5 hp
Weight131 kg
Fuel capacity3.4 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission3-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.85-26 / 2.85-26

Ducati 250 GT vs Zündapp EM 250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Ducati 250 GT and the Zündapp EM 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Ducati 250 GT brings 22 hp in a 131 kg package, while the Zündapp EM 250 counters with 5 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: