Comparison: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P 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 winter tyres are slightly better rated (83%) than Pirelli (71%). In this particular case, the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) has a better rating of 94% compared to 93% of the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P. The first tyre test of Continental WinterContact TS 870 P was done in 2021, compared to 2025 when was the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 98% of Continental WinterContact TS 870 P has B wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Pirelli Cinturato (C3) has A rating. We also know where WinterContact TS 870 P is made - Czech Republic.