Comparison: Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) vs. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Michelin). Generally, Pirelli summer tyres are slightly better rated (85%) than Michelin (83%). In this particular case, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S has a better rating of 96% compared to 88% of the Pirelli P Zero (PZ5). The first tyre test of Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) was done in 2025, compared to 2018 when was the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Sportscars 2026 255/35 R19 test, where both the P Zero (PZ5) and the Pilot Sport 4 S were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 88% of Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (55%) of the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S also have A wet ratings.