Comparison: Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) 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 85% of the Pirelli P Zero (PZ5). The first tyre test of Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) 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 - 86% of Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) has A wet grip rating, whereas 82% of Continental WinterContact TS 870 has B rating.