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

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 Pirelli Cinturato (C3) has a better rating of 95% compared to 93% of the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P. The first tyre test of Pirelli Cinturato (C3) was done in 2025, compared to 2021 when was the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Pirelli Cinturato (C3) has A wet grip rating, whereas 98% of Continental WinterContact TS 870 P has B rating.