Comparison: Continental WinterContact TS 870 vs. Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2

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 83% of the Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2. The first tyre test of Continental WinterContact TS 870 was done in 2020, compared to 2023 when was the Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2 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 Scorpion Winter 2 has A rating. We also know where WinterContact TS 870 is made - France.