Comparison: Pirelli Cinturato (C3) vs. Bridgestone Potenza Sport (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Bridgestone). Generally, Bridgestone summer tyres are slightly better rated (89%) than Pirelli (85%). In this particular case, the Pirelli Cinturato (C3) has a better rating of 97% compared to 87% of the Bridgestone Potenza Sport. The first tyre test of Pirelli Cinturato (C3) was done in 2025, compared to 2021 when was the Bridgestone Potenza Sport first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Pirelli Cinturato (C3) dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (83%) of the Bridgestone Potenza Sport also have A wet ratings.