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Bridgestone Potenza Sport vs Potenza Race vs RE-71RS
- Tested size
- 235/40 R18
- Tires tested
- 3
- Disciplines
- 1
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| — | 2 | 98.43 | 114.3 | 98.4 | |
StrengthsClearly quicker and more consistent on track than the Potenza Sport, with sharper road responses at speed and the same comfort and noise as the Sport. ConsiderationsSlower to come up to temperature, slightly sluggish at very low speeds and dearer than the Sport. Score contributionCategory score × of overall score Dry98.43 × 100% = 98.43 | |||||
| — | 1 | 100.00 | 112.5 | 100.0 | |
StrengthsFastest on track, warming up quickly and holding its lap times. ConsiderationsHeavier steering, a firmer ride and less water clearance for wet roads, and the heaviest of the three. Score contributionCategory score × of overall score Dry100 × 100% = 100 | |||||
| — | 3 | 96.40 | 116.7 | 96.4 | |
StrengthsQuick steering, good wet grip, comfort and low noise: the best pure road tire of the three. ConsiderationsSlowest on track, with lap times dropping as it gets hot and high wear on track. Score contributionCategory score × of overall score Dry96.4 × 100% = 96.4 | |||||
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Bridgestone Potenza RE 71RS
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