Comparison: Continental WinterContact TS 870 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 Continental WinterContact TS 870 has a better rating of 99% compared to 94% of the Pirelli Cinturato (C3). The first tyre test of Continental WinterContact TS 870 was done in 2020, compared to 2025 when was the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 82% of Continental WinterContact TS 870 has B wet grip rating, whereas 100% of Pirelli Cinturato (C3) has A rating. We also know where WinterContact TS 870 is made - France.