Tyre comparison
Bridgestone Potenza RE-71RS vs Kumho Ecsta V730
The Potenza RE-71RS scores higher for every kind of driver we tested. Choose the Potenza RE-71RS for dry grip. Choose the Ecsta V730 for tread life. The Ecsta V730 usually costs less.
Bridgestone
Potenza RE-71RS
Fastest-in-class 200TW; heats up quickly.
Extreme performance (200TW) · Premium
Fit score by driver
The same 0–100 score the calculator ranks tyres by, weighted for each kind of driver. How we score
| Driver | Potenza RE-71RS | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Mostly track | 87 (higher) | 67 |
| Road + track days | 72 (higher) | 62 |
| Spirited roads | 71 (higher) | 62 |
Trait by trait
Out of 10, against other extreme 200TW tyres.
Potenza RE-71RS
Where the scores come from
Independent tests
- Tested by
- Tire Rack
- Year
- 2024
Tire Rack 2024 Extreme test: fastest dry lap 1:39.70; owners 6.2/10 noise; short tread life.
Data last reviewed: October 2026
Ecsta V730
Where the scores come from
Independent tests
- Tested by
- Tire Rack
- Year
- 2024
Tire Rack 2024: 'a little less grip than the others'.
Data last reviewed: October 2026
Questions
Which is better, the Potenza RE-71RS or the Ecsta V730?
The Potenza RE-71RS scores higher for every kind of driver we tested. Choose the Potenza RE-71RS for dry grip. Choose the Ecsta V730 for tread life. The Ecsta V730 usually costs less.
Where do these ratings come from?
From independent tyre tests where they exist (ADAC, Auto Bild, Tyre Reviews, evo, Tire Rack and others), rated 1 to 10 against other tyres in the same category, last reviewed October 2026. Neither tyre maker nor any retailer can change them.