Segment
1. Continental SportContact 7 Premium2. Bridgestone Potenza Sport Premium
Comparison: Continental SportContact 7 vs. Bridgestone Potenza Sport
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| Dimensions | R18 - R23 | R17 - R22 | |
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Here we'll do a deep comparison between the Continental SportContact 7 and the Bridgestone Potenza Sport, two high-performing summer tyres. Let's dive in.
Continental SportContact 7
This tyre from Continental has a long lineage, with the SportContact 7 replacing the previous models SportContact 3, 5, and 6. Based on our evaluation and onto various tyre tests, the Continental SportContact 7 boasts high versatility, exhibiting impressive performances on both wet and dry tracks. This tyre distinguished itself in many aspects such as dynamical handling, stability, precise steering, and brake capacity making it the first in many comparative tests. However, the SportContact 7 does present some drawbacks such as increased rolling noise and limited aquaplaning resistance.
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
Presenting the Bridgestone Potenza Sport from Bridgestone. This tyre features remarkable handling properties and grip in both dry and wet conditions. In general, its braking capacity is on point, and its precise steering behavior is praiseworthy. Nonetheless, this tyre has shown significant wear after a few hot laps on a dry racetrack, and higher rolling resistance and noise levels, resulting in at times a lower overall position in tyre tests.
In mutual tests, the Continental SportContact 7 usually came out ahead, topping the charts in many individual categories. However, both tyres consistently showed strong overall performances, with the Bridgestone Potenza Sport making a particularly strong showing in handling categories.
In conclusion, both tyres have their strengths that make them stand out. The Continental SportContact 7 is great if you prioritize overall performance and do not mind the additional rolling noise. On the other hand, the Bridgestone Potenza sport offers exceptional handling and grip but with higher signs of wearing in dry conditions. It's important to choose a tyre that suits your specific driving needs and preferences. Remember, your tyres are the only points of contact between your car and the road, so your safety and comfort depend on this crucial decision.
Number of sizes available
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Best position in test
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Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Continental SportContact 7 Outstanding2. Bridgestone Potenza Sport Very good
Worst rating in test
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet handling
Wet braking
Aquaplaning - cross
Wet circle cornering
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry handling
Dry braking
Dry lane changing
Dry steering response
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Comfort
Outside noise accoring to EU label
Costs
(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Dimensions and prices
Mutual tests
| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1,6 | 1,5 | |||||
| Continental SportContact 7 Rating: Good | 2,4 | 1,5 | |||||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Good | 2,8 | 1,5 | |||||
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| Continental SportContact 7 Rating: Very good | |||||||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Very good | |||||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | |||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | |||
| Continental SportContact 7 Rating: Exemplary | 1- | 2+ | 2+ | 2- | |||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Good | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2- | |||
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| Continental SportContact 7 Rating: Outstanding | |||||||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Very good | |||||||
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| Continental SportContact 7 Rating: Very good | |||||||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Very good | |||||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
| Continental SportContact 7 Rating: Outstanding | 2+ | 1- | |||||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Outstanding | 2+ | 2+ | |||||
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| Continental SportContact 7 Rating: Test winner | |||||||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Test winner | |||||||
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| Continental SportContact 7 Rating: Outstanding | |||||||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Good + | |||||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
| Continental SportContact 7 Rating: Exemplary | 2 | 1- | |||||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Good | 2 | 2+ | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | |||
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| Best values in test | 9,3 | 7,2 | 7,2 | 6,3 | |||
| Continental SportContact 7 Rating: Outstanding | 9,3 | 8,9 | 9,4 | 10 | |||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Very good | 8,2 | 9,0 | 8,0 | 6,3 | |||
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| Best values in test | 1 | ||||||
| Continental SportContact 7 Rating: Test winner | 1 | ||||||
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport Rating: Recommended | 1 | ||||||
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