Comparison: Pirelli Cinturato (C3) vs. Continental WinterContact TS 870

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Germany (Continental). Generally, Continental summer tyres are slightly better rated (92%) than Pirelli (79%). In this particular case, the Continental WinterContact TS 870 has a better rating of 99% compared to 94% of the Pirelli Cinturato (C3). The first tyre test of Pirelli Cinturato (C3) was done in 2025, compared to 2020 when was the Continental WinterContact TS 870 first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Pirelli Cinturato (C3) has A wet grip rating, whereas 82% of Continental WinterContact TS 870 has B rating.