Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport vs Hankook Ventus S1 Evo Z K129
- TR Score
- 8.9/10
- Owners say
- 84% · 66
- TR Score
- 8.9/10
- Owners say
- 81% · 5
In the 4 independent tests that ran both tires, the Hankook Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 finished ahead 3 times and the Eagle F1 SuperSport once. The Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 had 10% lower rolling resistance.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose the Hankook Ventus S1 evo Z K129 if you prioritize wet stopping power, aquaplaning security, lower noise and better efficiency/value-especially for fast road driving in changeable weather. Choose the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport if your priority is steering feel, subjective confidence and comfort in a known-good fitment, and you're willing to trade off fuel efficiency and accept that wet braking can be merely mid-pack in some tests.
Where the Eagle F1 SuperSport is stronger
- Stronger steering feel and subjective handling satisfaction when the setup suits it (e.g., 8.25 vs 7.75 subjective dry; 8.0 vs 7.75 subjective wet in the 2026 performance test)
- Competitive lap-style handling results in some tests (wins dry handling 2/4 and wet handling in the 2026 performance test: 102.7 s vs 105.19 s)
- Comfort is repeatedly praised for the category (wins comfort and noise in the 2026 performance test: 7.25 vs 6.75; 72.4 dB vs 73.3 dB)
Where the Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 is stronger
- More consistent wet-safety performance, especially wet braking (wins 3/4; up to ~10.7-12.4% shorter wet stops in 2026 Autobild and the 2024 sports car test)
- Stronger efficiency and lower rolling resistance in every shared test (e.g., 8.29 vs 10.31 kg/t in Autobild 2026; 8.55 vs 9.76 kg/t in 2024)
- Frequent aquaplaning wins and good high-speed wet stability (wins straight aquaplaning in 3/4 tests; plus curved aquaplaning win in Sport Auto 2022)
The bullet points are analysis of the shared tests and of owner reviews; the measured wins in each discipline are in the tables below. Where the two disagree, the figures are right.
Eagle F1 SuperSport vs Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 at a glance
| Category | Eagle F1 SuperSport | Gap | Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 |
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| Shared tests won4 shared tests | 1 | 3 | |
| Dry9 measurements | 4 | Level between the two. | 4 |
| Wet17 measurements | 5 | The Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 stopped 6.6% shorter in the wet (4 tests) | 12 |
| Comfort6 measurements | 2 | The Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 was 0.8 dB quieter (4 tests) | 4 |
| Value4 measurements | 0 | The Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 had 10% lower rolling resistance (4 tests) | 4 |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 8.9/10 | Level | 8.9/10 |
| Owner rating66 and 5 reviews | 84% | The Eagle F1 SuperSport by 3 points | 81% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 81% | Too close to call | 80% |
| Pricein the 2 tests that listed prices | +12.1% | The Eagle F1 SuperSport was dearer in 2 of 2 | Cheaper |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 75 | 25 sizes made in both | 39 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tires; a tick marks the tire ahead on that line. Subjective driver scores count as wins but are never averaged, because each test uses its own scale.
Head to head in 4 tests, 2022 to 2026
Each row is one published test in which both tires ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
| Test | Eagle F1 SuperSport | Field | Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 |
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| The BEST Performance Summer Tires for 2026 Tested! | P4 of 8 | P6 of 8 | |
| 2026 Autobild Sports Cars Summer Tire Test | P8 of 8 | P7 of 8 | |
| 2024 Sports Car Tire Test | P6 of 7 | P5 of 7 | |
| 2022 Sport Auto UHP, UUHP and Semi Slick Tire Test | P3 of 10 | P2 of 10 |
Performance profile
9 measurements from the 4 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Eagle F1 SuperSport
Not ahead on any measurement here
Ventus S1 Evo Z K129
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 118 ft stop against 112 ft is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. The scale stops at 95%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 6 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
Eagle F1 SuperSport
Ventus S1 Evo Z K129
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Where owners rate each higher
Eagle F1 SuperSport
Ventus S1 Evo Z K129
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the Eagle F1 SuperSport 84% from 66 reviews and the Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 81% from 5. Each spoke is one question owners answer out of 10; reviews are vetted by hand before publication.
Every measurement, side by side
Averages of the figures both tires posted in the same tests. The gap is the average of each test's own gap, so figures from different cars and years are never mixed. Open a discipline for its measurements, and a measurement for every test's figure.
| Measurement | Eagle F1 SuperSport | Gap | Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 | Wins | ||||||||||||||||
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| 119 | 0.6% | 119 | 1-2 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 78.66 | 0.6% | 79.15 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 71 | 0.7% | 71.4 | 1-2 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 139 | 6.6% | 128 | 1-3 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 102.7 | 2.4% | 105.2 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 47 | 3.8% | 48.5 | 0-3 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 15.9 | 0.6% | 15.8 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 13.28 | 3.4% | 12.78 | 0-2 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 51.5 | 0.9% | 52 | 1-3 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 7.2 | 4.5% | 7.5 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 72.33 | 0.8 dB | 71.55 | 1-3 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 10.07 | 10% | 9.06 | 0-4 | |||||||||||||||||
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Braking distances and lap times are better when lower; speeds, wear and grip figures when higher. A test's figures are its own: sizes, cars, surfaces and temperatures differ from one to the next, which is why the averages here are only ever of tests the two tires shared. "Scored" rows are subjective driver ratings: each test uses its own scale, so only the wins are counted.
Scores beyond the shared tests
On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Eagle F1 SuperSport scores 8.9 and the Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 8.9 out of 10.
| Eagle F1 SuperSport | Category | Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 | ||
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| 94 | Dry | 91 | ||
| 83 | Wet | 77 | ||
| 14 | Comfort | 25 | ||
| 4 | Value | 25 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| Eagle F1 SuperSport | Category | Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 | ||
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| 9.5 | Dry Grip | 9 | ||
| 8.1 | Wet Grip | 8.2 | ||
| 9.1 | Road Feedback | 8.6 | ||
| 9.1 | Handling | 8.4 | ||
| 7.2 | Wear | 5.5 | ||
| 7.3 | Comfort | 7.5 | ||
Owners rate the Eagle F1 SuperSport 84% from 66 reviews and the Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 81% from 5. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport
- 84%from 66 reviews
- 81%would buy again
- 470,802 milesdriven by reviewers
Most owners agree the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport delivers outstanding dry grip and confidence, backed up by sharp steering response and strong dry handling, with many also praising its stability when driven hard. Wet grip is generally rated good for a UUHP tire, though around one in ten owners specifically criticise wet handling, and a similar share note it can struggle in colder conditions. Comfort is the main compromise: close to three in ten owners find it too firm or unsettled over bumps. Tread life is more mixed, with a meaningful minority reporting rapid wear (especially on higher-torque use) while others see impressive longevity for the category.
- Exceptional dry grip, even when driven hard
- Precise steering response and strong feedback
- Very capable dry handling and cornering confidence
- Good wet grip for a UUHP summer tire
- Firm, busy ride that can feel harsh over bumps
- Tread life is inconsistent, with some reporting fast wear
- Poor cold-weather grip; not a winter-friendly choice
Summarised by AI from 61 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 66 Eagle F1 SuperSport reviewsThe Goodyear SuperSport tires deliver immediate feedback and precise handling. The best part is how they completely changed the behavior of my S3 3‑door: it used to push from the nose, but with these tires the front end finally bites and the rear becomes playful.
The car is so much more fun to drive now.
They’re also almost indestructible, especially compared to Pirelli and Michelin (which have their own strengths, but durability isn’t one of them).
I really enjoyed these tires and would absolutely buy them again — unless Goodyear releases a new SuperSport.
Thanks, Goodyear. Great work.
Hankook Ventus S1 Evo Z K129
- 81%from 5 reviews
- 80%would buy again
- 41,000 milesdriven by reviewers
Dry grip and handling are the clearest owner strengths of the Hankook Ventus S1 Evo Z K129, each praised by three people across five reviews. Four reviews are positive and one neutral, with an 81% average score. The repeated drawback is tread life, criticised by two owners after mid-life or end-of-life use, although another regards wear as similar to previous sports tires. Wet-weather comments are generally favorable but less enthusiastic than those on dry roads. One owner reports poor cold grip, an individual experience rather than a shared pattern, and all reviews concern tires already in use rather than new-tire impressions.
- Strong dry grip
- Good dry handling
- Short tread life reported by two owners
Summarised by AI from 5 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 5 Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 reviewsGreat grip and feeling in the dry, decent grip in the wet, absolutely no grip when it's cold but that's expected.
The wear is not great, they don't last much but until they do, they are fun.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 75 sizes of the Eagle F1 SuperSport and 39 of the Ventus S1 Evo Z K129, 25 of them made in both.
| Category | Eagle F1 SuperSport | Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 |
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| Season | Summer | Summer |
| Sizes made | 75 sizes, 18 to 23 inch | 39 sizes, 18 to 22 inch |
| Made in both | 25 sizes 245/45 R18225/40 R19235/35 R19235/40 R19245/35 R19245/40 R19255/35 R19265/35 R19275/35 R19285/35 R19245/30 R20245/35 R20and 13 more | |
| EU label wet grip | A89%B11% | A83%B17% |
| EU label rolling resistance | D47%C30%B17%A5% | C48%B26%D26% |
| EU label noise | 69-75 dB B85%A15% | 69-75 dB B85%A15% |
| On the market since | 2021 | 2021 |
| Replaced by | - | Hankook Ventus Evo Z |
| Price in the shared tests | The Eagle F1 SuperSport was the dearer tire in 2 of the 2 tests that listed prices, by 12.1% on average. Each test priced the tires in its own market at the time; only the gap is comparable. | |
Label grades are shown as the share of registered sizes carrying each grade, so "B (88%), C (12%)" means most sizes are B. Grades vary by size; check the label for yours.
Reading the results
Written from the test results and owner reviews above. It is analysis, not a measurement: where it and the tables disagree, the tables are right.
This is a head-to-head between two max-performance summer tires that target fast-road grip but with different “personalities” in testing: the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport often leans into steering feel and driver confidence, while the Hankook Ventus S1 evo Z K129 more consistently posts strong objective safety-and-running-cost numbers (especially in wet braking and rolling resistance).
Across four shared comparative tests (235/35 R19, 255/35 R19, and 295/30 R20 fitments), the Hankook finishes ahead more often overall (including a 2nd vs 3rd in Sport Auto 2022), but the Goodyear has moments where it feels like the more enthusiast-oriented tool-particularly in dry handling/subjective scores in the Tire Reviews-style 2026 performance test. The interesting twist is that results swing with fitment and test format, so the “better tire” depends heavily on whether you prioritize wet stopping, efficiency and noise, or steering fidelity and subjective control at the limit.
Conclusion
On balance, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo Z K129 is the more consistently convincing all-rounder in these shared results: it wins 3 of 4 overall comparisons and dominates the measurable day-to-day metrics-rolling resistance (4/4 tests), noise (3/4), and wet braking (3/4). The size of the wet-braking gap is sometimes meaningful rather than marginal: in Autobild 2026 it stops in 46.0 m vs the Goodyear's 51.5 m from 100 km/h (~10.7% shorter), and in the 2024 sports car test it's 50.2 m vs 57.3 m (~12.4% shorter). Add frequent aquaplaning wins and typically better efficiency, and the Hankook makes a strong case for high-speed wet motorway safety and lower running costs.
The Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport's best argument is “how it drives” when the pairing is right. In the 2026 performance summer test it's quicker in wet handling (102.7 s vs 105.19 s) and dry handling (78.66 s vs 79.15 s) with stronger subjective scores (dry: 8.25 vs 7.75; wet: 8.0 vs 7.75), and it's repeatedly described as unusually comfortable for a tire in this class. However, it's also repeatedly flagged for high rolling resistance and, in some tests/sizes, disappointing wet braking and even balance issues-Autobild 2026 in particular paints a worst-case scenario (last overall) that's noted as likely a fitment mismatch rather than a universal verdict.
Practical takeaway: if you want the safer, quieter, more efficient choice that most often delivers in objective wet metrics, pick the Hankook. If you value steering feel, subjective confidence and comfort and you're buying in a fitment where it has a good reputation/track record, the Goodyear can still be a rewarding enthusiast tire-but it's harder to recommend blind because the downside (especially efficiency and occasional wet stopping gaps) can be significant.
Eagle F1 SuperSport vs Ventus S1 Evo Z K129: your questions
Is the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport or the Hankook Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 the better tire?
In the 4 independent tests that ran both tires, the Hankook Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 finished ahead 3 times and the Eagle F1 SuperSport once. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Eagle F1 SuperSport scores 8.9 and the Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 8.9 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Eagle F1 SuperSport or the Ventus S1 Evo Z K129?
The Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 led 12 of the 17 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 6.6% shorter in the wet across 4 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
Across the shared tests the dry measurements are split 4-4 between the Eagle F1 SuperSport and the Ventus S1 Evo Z K129.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 had 10% lower rolling resistance (4 tests). Owners rate wear 7.2/10 for the Eagle F1 SuperSport and 5.5/10 for the Ventus S1 Evo Z K129.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
The Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 was 0.8 dB quieter (4 tests). Owners rate comfort 7.3/10 for the Eagle F1 SuperSport and 7.5/10 for the Ventus S1 Evo Z K129.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Eagle F1 SuperSport 84% from 66 reviews and the Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 81% from 5. 81% of Eagle F1 SuperSport owners would buy it again, against 80% for the Ventus S1 Evo Z K129.
Which is more expensive?
In the 2 tests that listed prices, the Eagle F1 SuperSport was the dearer tire in 2 of them, by 12.1% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Eagle F1 SuperSport is made in 75 sizes (18 to 23 inch) and the Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 in 39 (18 to 22 inch). 25 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Eagle F1 SuperSport is graded A for wet grip and D for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Ventus S1 Evo Z K129 A and C.
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Where this data comes from
Finishing positions and measurements are transcribed from each published test. A test only counts here when both tires ran in it, so every figure was recorded on the same car, size and day as the one it is compared to.
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