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Comparison: Continental SportContact 7 vs. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 vs. Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

The Continental SportContact 7 and the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 are two high-end ultra-high-performance summer tyres produced by renowned manufacturers Continental and Pirelli, respectively. Numerous tests have been carried out on these tyres, and we have gathered and summarized the results for a comprehensive comparison.


Continental SportContact 7


The Continental SportContact 7, a successor to previous models such as the Continental SportContact 6 and 5, has consistently performed exceptionally well in tests. With an impressive rating of a 100%, it clearly outperforms the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 averages.


It's noteworthy performance stems from its comprehensive range of top features, including comfort, dry braking, dry handling, wet braking, and wet circle cornering. Continental tyres are renowned for their very high dry and wet grip level while maintaining very stable, quick handling.


Some minor issues were reported such as slight shortcomings in wet cornering grip and increased passing noise. Nonetheless, the SportContact 7 was ranked at position 1 in several outlet tests, like AutoBild, SportAuto, and Autozeitung.


Pirelli P ZERO PZ4


The Pirelli P ZERO PZ4, on the other hand, scored an average rating of 85%. The tyre performed well in some features, particularly in aquaplaning - longitudinal, dry handling, exterior noise, and wet circle cornering. It is highly manageable and steerable, with a tendency to slightly understeer on wet surfaces.


However, the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 had some deficiencies in its wet braking performance and was criticized for its increased rolling resistance. It also did not rank as high as the Continental tyre in most tests, placing at position 3 in AutoBild and 5 in SportAuto.


Verdict


Overall, both tyres deliver reliable performance, but the Continental SportContact 7 steps ahead with its outstanding ratings and positioning in the tests. This does not take away from Pirelli's build quality or performance, but to a more meticulous driver, the small disparities matter, with the higher wet grip and handling stability playing a decisive role.


In conclusion, if you’re after a tyre that offers exceptional performance for dry and wet conditions, consider the Continental SportContact 7 as the higher-ranking candidate.

Performance comparison

Averaged from 4 tests

Wet Performance
Continental SportContact 7
84%
Continental
SportContact 7
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
77%
Pirelli
P ZERO PZ4
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
79%
Goodyear
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Wet Braking
Continental SportContact 7
99%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
73%
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
86%
Wet Handling
Continental SportContact 7
89%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
87%
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
84%
Wet Circle Cornering
Continental SportContact 7
84%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
84%
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
80%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Continental SportContact 7
83%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
80%
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
76%
Aquaplaning Cross
Continental SportContact 7
64%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
62%
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
70%
Best in category: Vredestein Ultrac Pro (84.8%)
Dry Performance
Continental SportContact 7
93%
Continental
SportContact 7
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
92%
Pirelli
P ZERO PZ4
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
90%
Goodyear
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Dry Braking
Continental SportContact 7
98%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
89%
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
87%
Dry Handling
Continental SportContact 7
97%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
88%
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
83%
Dry Lane Change
Continental SportContact 7
97%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
91%
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
90%
Dry Steering Reaction
Continental SportContact 7
81%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
100%
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
100%
Comfort & Noise
Continental SportContact 7
74%
Continental
SportContact 7
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
77%
Pirelli
P ZERO PZ4
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
93%
Goodyear
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Noise Exterior
Continental SportContact 7
74%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
77%
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
93%
Economy
Continental SportContact 7
72%
Continental
SportContact 7
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
50%
Pirelli
P ZERO PZ4
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
72%
Goodyear
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Rolling Resistance
Continental SportContact 7
72%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
50%
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
72%
Best in category: Firestone Firehawk Sport (97.7%)

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