86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
77/100
15 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop SP Sport 560 vs Firestone Firehawk SZ90 — 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.
VS
68
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
67/100
25 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SP Sport 560 — better comfort, handling and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
5 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)
SP Sport 560 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 560 | Firehawk SZ90 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 94 | 76 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 560 leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 560 | Firehawk SZ90 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 67 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 560 leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 560 | Firehawk SZ90 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 96 | 60 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 560 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 560 | Firehawk SZ90 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 96 | 68 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 560 leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport 560 | Firehawk SZ90 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 69 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport 560 | Firestone Firehawk SZ90 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 86 | 68 |
| Dry | 91 | 76 |
| Wet | 84 | 67 |
| Comfort | 87 | 60 |
| Treadwear | 81 | 68 |
| Handling | 90 | 69 |
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86
/ 100
Tire A
68
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Dunlop SP Sport series is generally regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in ride comfort, cabin quietness, and dry-road handling. While many users praise its superior performance compared to other premium brands, the consensus is heavily polarized by concerns regarding rapid tread wear and inconsistent traction in high-horsepower applications.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and low cabin noise levels.
- Strong dry-weather grip and responsive handling characteristics.
- Competitive pricing relative to other premium performance tire options.
- Solid durability when compared to specific factory-fitted alternatives.
Cons
- Rapid tread wear, particularly on high-performance or heavy vehicles.
- Poor traction and safety concerns in cold or wet conditions for high-torque vehicles.
- High total cost of ownership due to the frequency of required replacements.
Observations
- High-horsepower vehicles, such as the C63s AMG, struggle with off-the-line traction, suggesting the tire may be ill-suited for extreme torque outputs.
- Owners of luxury sedans like the Audi S8 and RS7 appreciate the balance of comfort and performance but report significant maintenance costs due to short tread life.
- Drivers of smaller, lower-power vehicles like the Hyundai Accent report excellent value and longevity, indicating the tire performs better on lighter platforms.
The Firestone Firehawk SZ90 receives highly polarized feedback, with users divided between those who find it a capable, high-grip performer and those who report significant issues with noise, uneven wear, and unpredictable handling. While some drivers praise its wet and dry traction, others cite concerns regarding stability and rapid tread degradation, suggesting inconsistent quality control or performance variability across different vehicle applications.
Pros
- Strong dry and wet surface grip
- Effective water displacement and braking performance
- Competitive price point
- Good longevity for some users
Cons
- Excessive road noise
- Rapid or uneven tread wear
- Unpredictable handling and stability issues
- Susceptibility to aquaplaning in certain conditions
Observations
- Users with sport-oriented vehicles, such as the Mini Cooper S, reported significant issues with aquaplaning and lack of confidence in wet conditions.
- Run-flat variants were specifically noted for a harsh ride quality and difficulty in achieving proper balance.
- Some drivers experienced uneven shoulder wear despite having proper wheel alignment performed.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport 560 | B · Firestone Firehawk SZ90 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
86
/ 100
Dunlop
68
/ 100
Firestone
Winner: Dunlop SP Sport 560 — better comfort, handling and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SP Sport 560 scores 87 vs 60 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop SP Sport 560 scores 90 vs 69 on handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop SP Sport 560 scores 84 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Dunlop SP Sport 560 scores 91 vs 76 on dry.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport 560
Tire B · Firestone Firehawk SZ90
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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.