Comparison: Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 vs. Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (Dunlop) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli). Dunlop is a brand that belongs to the GoodYear group. Generally, Pirelli summer tyres are slightly better rated (85%) than Dunlop (76%). In this particular case, the Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) has a better rating of 88% compared to 77% of the Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2. The first tyre test of Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 was done in 2016, compared to 2025 when was the Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 93% of Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (86%) of the Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) also have A wet ratings.