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Comparison: Firestone Firehawk Sport vs. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 vs. Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2

The Firestone Firehawk Sport and the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 are both ultra-high-performance summer tyres. This comparison article aims to provide detailed information gathered from various tests and reviews on each tyre's performance, helping consumers make an informed decision.


Firestone Firehawk Sport is a summer tyre that garnered a respectable rating of 76% in our internal evaluation. As an Italian-made UHP tyre, the Firehawk Sport's strongest features include rolling resistance and exterior noise.


In more specific tests, such as Autobild, the tyre ranked 9th out of 13. Reports praised its accurate steering response and good comfort on dry terrain but noted mediocre wet handling and braking. In SportAuto, Firestone claimed the 4th spot and was applauded for its low rolling resistance. However, there were some drawbacks to this model, including average aquaplaning properties and delayed steering response on wet surfaces.


Conversely, the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 earned 89% in our internal evaluation, making it a top performer in the ultra-ultra-high-performance summer category. It stood out with impressive features like dry braking, longitudinal aquaplaning, and dry handling.


In the Autobild test, Pirelli was ranked 3rd and was highly praised for its precise steering and short braking distances. Despite these strong features, the tyre faced some criticism for its increased rolling resistance. Pirelli landed in the 5th spot in the SportAuto test, where its dry steering response was appreciated.


Across multiple tests, both tyres showcased their unique strengths and weaknesses. Summing up, the Firestone Firehawk Sport delivered solid performance in terms of rolling resistance and exterior noise, but it struggled with wet handling. On the other hand, the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 performed exceptionally in dry braking and handling but had higher rolling resistance.


Overall, our test results suggest that the Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 might be the better option of the two for their superior performance rating and overall better positioning in the tests. However, the final decision should take into account individual needs, preference and budget. For more details on Firestone and Pirelli tyres, please visit the manufacturers' respective pages: Firestone and Pirelli.

Test Profile

Firestone
Firehawk Sport
Pirelli
P ZERO PZ4
Pirelli
Cinturato P7 C2
Number of tests
6
14
9
Best position
#4
#2
#2
Average position
10.7
5.5
5.8
Latest test
2026
2025
2025
Available sizes
34
706
92

Wet

Wet
Firestone Firehawk Sport
64%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
83%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
82%
Wet braking
Firestone Firehawk Sport
71%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
78%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
78%
Wet handling
Firestone Firehawk Sport
63%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
90%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
90%
Aquaplaning - cross
Firestone Firehawk Sport
58%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
68%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
79%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Firestone Firehawk Sport
70%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
76%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
81%
Wet circle cornering
Firestone Firehawk Sport
72%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
89%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
86%

Dry

Dry
Firestone Firehawk Sport
76%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
77%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
88%
Dry braking
Firestone Firehawk Sport
79%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
80%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
87%
Dry handling
Firestone Firehawk Sport
74%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
82%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
85%
Dry lane changing
Firestone Firehawk Sport
81%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
85%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
93%

Comfort

Comfort
Firestone Firehawk Sport
77%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
75%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
87%
Comfort
Firestone Firehawk Sport
69%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
74%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
84%
Exterior noise
Firestone Firehawk Sport
86%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
77%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
83%

Costs

Costs
Firestone Firehawk Sport
98%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
52%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
66%
Rolling resistance
Firestone Firehawk Sport
98%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
59%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
70%

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