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 59% of the Pirelli P7 Cinturato. The first tyre test of Pirelli P7 Cinturato was done in 2023, compared to 2020 when was the Continental WinterContact TS 870 first tested. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the
P7 Cinturato is made in Romania/Italy and
WinterContact TS 870 is made in France.