Comparison: Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) vs. Kumho ECSTA Sport S PS72 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Italy (Pirelli) against a tyre from a manufacturer from South Korea (Kumho). Generally, Pirelli summer tyres are slightly better rated (85%) than Kumho (70%). In this particular case, the Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) has a better rating of 88% compared to 78% of the Kumho ECSTA Sport S PS72. The first tyre test of Pirelli P Zero (PZ5) was done in 2025, compared to 2026 when was the Kumho ECSTA Sport S PS72 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Sportscars 2026 255/35 R19 test, where both the P Zero (PZ5) and the ECSTA Sport S PS72 were tested.