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

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Bridgestone). Generally, Bridgestone summer tyres are slightly better rated (89%) than Pirelli (85%). In this particular case, the Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) has a better rating of 88% compared to 87% of the Bridgestone Potenza Sport. The first tyre test of Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) was done in 2025, compared to 2021 when was the Bridgestone Potenza Sport first tested. Important for this comparison is also the TYRE REVIEWS 2025 225/40 R18 test, where both the P Zero (PZ5) and the Potenza Sport were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 88% of Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) dimensions has A wet grip rating. Most (81%) of the Bridgestone Potenza Sport also have A wet ratings.