Comparison: Bridgestone Potenza Sport vs. Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Bridgestone) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli). Generally, Pirelli summer tyres are slightly better rated (83%) than Bridgestone (72%). In this particular case, the Bridgestone Potenza Sport has a better rating of 85% compared to 66% of the Pirelli P Zero (PZ5). The first tyre test of Bridgestone Potenza Sport was done in 2021, compared to 2025 when was the Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) first tested. Important for this comparison is also the TYRE REVIEWS 2025 225/40 R18 test, where both the Potenza Sport and the P Zero (PZ5) were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 81% of Bridgestone Potenza Sport dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (88%) of the Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) also have A wet ratings. We also know where Potenza Sport is made - Poland/Hungary.