In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from USA (
Firestone) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (
Pirelli). Generally,
Pirelli winter tyres are slightly better rated (71%) than
Firestone (56%). In this particular case, the Pirelli P Zero Winter 2 has a better rating of 94% compared to 56% of the Firestone Winterhawk 4. The first tyre test of Firestone Winterhawk 4 was done in 2020, compared to 2024 when was the Pirelli P Zero Winter 2 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Firestone Winterhawk 4 has B wet grip rating, whereas 94% of Pirelli P Zero Winter 2 has A rating. We also know where
Winterhawk 4 is made - Italy.
