Comparison: Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 vs. Falken ZIEX ZE320

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Falken). Generally, Pirelli summer tyres are slightly better rated (79%) than Falken (71%). In this particular case, the Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 has a better rating of 89% compared to 66% of the Falken ZIEX ZE320. The first tyre test of Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 was done in 2021, compared to 2025 when was the Falken ZIEX ZE320 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Aftonbladet 2025 225/45 R17 test, where both the Cinturato P7 C2 and the ZIEX ZE320 were tested.