In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (
Falken) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (
Pirelli). Generally,
Pirelli summer tyres are slightly better rated (79%) than
Falken (72%). In this particular case, the Pirelli Cinturato P7 has a better rating of 75% compared to 73% of the Falken Azenis FK520. The first tyre test of Falken Azenis FK520 was done in 2023, compared to 2017 when was the Pirelli Cinturato P7 first tested. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the
Azenis FK520 is made in Turkey and
Cinturato P7 is made in Italy/Romania.