Comparison: Linglong Sport Master vs. Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from China (Linglong) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli). Generally, Pirelli summer tyres are slightly better rated (79%) than Linglong (56%). In this particular case, the Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) has a better rating of 85% compared to 71% of the Linglong Sport Master. The first tyre test of Linglong Sport Master was done in 2023, compared to 2025 when was the Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ACE 2026 225/40 R18 test, where both the Sport Master and the P Zero (PZ5) were tested.