Comparison: Continental SportContact 7 vs. Pirelli Cinturato (C3)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Germany (Continental) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli). Generally, Continental summer tyres are slightly better rated (92%) than Pirelli (79%). In this particular case, the Continental SportContact 7 has a better rating of 100% compared to 94% of the Pirelli Cinturato (C3). The first tyre test of Continental SportContact 7 was done in 2022, compared to 2025 when was the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 93% of Continental SportContact 7 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (100%) of the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) also have A wet ratings. We also know where SportContact 7 is made - Czech Republic/Slovakia/Portugal.