Tyre comparison
Continental SportContact 7 vs Pirelli P Zero
The SportContact 7 scores higher for every kind of driver we tested. No trait separates them by more than a point, so buy on price and availability in your size.
Continental
SportContact 7
Top-tier wet and dry grip over a wide temperature window.
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Pirelli
P Zero
OE on countless supercars; look for your car's fitment mark.
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Fit score by driver
The same 0–100 score the calculator ranks tyres by, weighted for each kind of driver. How we score
| Driver | SportContact 7 | P Zero |
|---|---|---|
| Daily driving, wet winters | 73 (higher) | 69 |
| Spirited roads, warm climate | 77 (higher) | 71 |
| Longest life and lowest cost | 70 (higher) | 64 |
Trait by trait
Out of 10, against other max performance tyres.
SportContact 7
Where the scores come from
Independent tests
- Tested by
- evo
- Year
- 2025
EVO 2025: 1st dry braking 33.11 m, 3rd dry handling.
Data last reviewed: October 2026
P Zero
Where the scores come from
Independent tests
- Tested by
- Tyre Reviews
- Year
- 2025
TyreReviews 2025: PZ5 test winner; PZ4 2nd dry braking 36 m; weaker aquaplaning, faster wear than PS5.
Data last reviewed: October 2026
Questions
Which is better, the SportContact 7 or the P Zero?
The SportContact 7 scores higher for every kind of driver we tested. No trait separates them by more than a point, so buy on price and availability in your size.
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.