74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
83/100
80 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
BFGoodrich G Force Rival S 1.5 vs Kumho Ecsta V730 — Compared (May 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
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73
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
84/100
187 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: BFGoodrich G Force Rival S 1.5 and Kumho Ecsta V730 are within 2 points overall. BFGoodrich G Force Rival S 1.5 is stronger on handling. Kumho Ecsta V730 is stronger on treadwear.
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Category breakdown
7 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
Ecsta V730 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | G Force Rival S 1.5 | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 94 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 98 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
G Force Rival S 1.5 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | G Force Rival S 1.5 | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 55 | 53 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 48 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 55 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | G Force Rival S 1.5 | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 65 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
G Force Rival S 1.5 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | G Force Rival S 1.5 | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 74 | 73 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | 66 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 84 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | G Force Rival S 1.5 | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| SimpleTire owners | – | 85 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Ecsta V730 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | G Force Rival S 1.5 | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 69 | 75 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 64 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 84 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
G Force Rival S 1.5 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | G Force Rival S 1.5 | Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 88 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | BFGoodrich G Force Rival S 1.5 | Kumho Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 73 |
| Dry | 91 | 92 |
| Wet | 55 | 53 |
| Snow | – | 65 |
| Comfort | 74 | 73 |
| Noise | – | 85 |
| Treadwear | 69 | 75 |
| Handling | 100 | 88 |
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Headline score
74
/ 100
Tire A
73
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
Test data
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 100% #1/8 · 2021 Track Day 200TW Tyre Test | 17% #6/8 · 2021 Track Day 200TW Tyre Test | +83.3 | Same test |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The BFGoodrich G-Force Rival S 1.5 is widely regarded as a premier 200-treadwear tire specifically engineered for autocross and time-attack competition. While it offers exceptional dry grip, rapid warm-up times, and impressive longevity compared to its direct rivals, it is less suited for sustained road course endurance racing where it can become 'greasy' under prolonged heat.
Pros
- Exceptional dry traction and lateral grip
- Rapid warm-up, making it ideal for short-duration autocross
- Superior tread life and durability compared to other 200TW competitors
- Predictable handling and high driver feedback at the limit
- Available in a wide range of sizes, including large fitments for muscle cars
Cons
- Performance degrades significantly in wet or cold conditions
- Tendency to overheat and lose grip ('grease up') during long track sessions
- Increased road noise and tendency to tramline on public roads
- Requires precise tire pressure management to maintain peak performance
Observations
- Users with heavy vehicles (e.g., Camaro, Mustang, Viper) report the tire handles weight well and provides consistent performance for time-attack sprints.
- Miata owners frequently note that the tire provides a transformative increase in grip, though it requires careful heat management on lighter chassis.
- Staggered fitments (e.g., 225/245) are commonly used to balance handling characteristics on rear-wheel-drive platforms.
The Kumho Ecsta V730 is widely regarded as a high-value, 'budget-friendly' 200TW tire that excels in dry track and autocross environments. While it may not reach the absolute peak lap times of top-tier 'Super 200' competitors, it offers exceptional consistency, heat tolerance, and longevity, making it a favorite for HPDE enthusiasts and budget-conscious racers.
Pros
- Excellent dry grip and predictable handling characteristics at the limit.
- High heat tolerance with minimal 'greasy' drop-off during long track sessions.
- Superior tread life and durability compared to many direct 200TW competitors.
- Highly competitive price point offering significant value for money.
- Stiff sidewalls provide sharp, responsive turn-in and steering precision.
Cons
- Poor wet weather performance, particularly with standing water or worn tread.
- Requires significant heat to reach optimal operating temperature, making them poor for cold-weather street use.
- Harsh ride quality and high road noise due to the stiff sidewall construction.
- Inconsistent performance when cold, leading to potential traction loss on street starts.
Observations
- Users with camber-limited vehicles (e.g., stock-class FWD cars) report that the stiff sidewalls and shoulder design handle limited negative camber well, resulting in even wear.
- Heavy vehicles (3500lbs+) note that while the tire handles the weight well, it requires careful pressure management to avoid overheating or premature shoulder wear.
- Drivers of lightweight platforms (e.g., Miata) report exceptional longevity, often getting an entire season of track and autocross use from a single set.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · BFGoodrich G Force Rival S 1.5 | B · Kumho Ecsta V730 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Extreme Performance tires | Summer Extreme Performance tires |
| Sizes available | — | 6 |
| Rim diameters | — | 15″ – 19″ |
| Tread depth | — | 8.5/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 200 A A |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
74
/ 100
BFGoodrich
73
/ 100
Kumho
Too close to call: BFGoodrich G Force Rival S 1.5 and Kumho Ecsta V730 are within 2 points overall. BFGoodrich G Force Rival S 1.5 is stronger on handling. Kumho Ecsta V730 is stronger on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
BFGoodrich G Force Rival S 1.5 scores 100 vs 88 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Kumho Ecsta V730 scores 75 vs 69 on treadwear.
Tire A · BFGoodrich G Force Rival S 1.5
Tire B · Kumho Ecsta V730
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.