77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
74/100
46 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport — 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
86
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
85/100
27 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport — better wet, handling and dry. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 if comfort matters most to you.
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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)
Eagle F1 Sport leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 91 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Sport leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 62 | 86 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Sport LM 705 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 80 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Sport LM 705 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 76 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Sport leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 91 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 | Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 86 |
| Dry | 83 | 92 |
| Wet | 67 | 88 |
| Comfort | 88 | 83 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 78 |
| Handling | 74 | 91 |
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Headline score
77
/ 100
Tire A
86
/ 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 LM 705 is widely regarded as a dedicated touring tire that excels in ride comfort, noise reduction, and value. While it receives high praise for its ability to absorb road imperfections and provide a quiet cabin, users frequently note that its soft sidewall construction results in compromised handling precision and significant limitations in wet-weather traction.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and vibration absorption
- Very low road noise levels
- High value-for-money proposition
- Good dry-weather handling for daily commuting
Cons
- Poor wet-weather grip and high risk of hydroplaning
- Soft sidewalls lead to 'mushy' steering response
- Inconsistent tread life reports
- Not suitable for high-performance or spirited driving
Observations
- Users with high-horsepower vehicles (e.g., C63s AMG) report that the tire is incapable of handling high torque, leading to significant traction loss.
- Owners of luxury sedans and daily commuters appreciate the comfort benefits, whereas performance-oriented drivers find the soft sidewalls detrimental to cornering stability.
- The tire is frequently noted as an effective, budget-friendly alternative to premium OEM tires for standard passenger vehicles.
The Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport is widely regarded as a high-value, performance-oriented tire that delivers impressive wet and dry grip, often rivaling more expensive premium competitors. While most users praise its comfort, low noise levels, and steering responsiveness, a minority of drivers report concerns regarding sidewall stiffness and inconsistent feedback during spirited driving.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction
- High value-for-money proposition compared to premium rivals
- Superior ride comfort and low road noise
- Effective rim protection design
Cons
- Soft sidewalls can lead to vague steering feedback for some drivers
- Reports of premature wear or tread degradation under harsh conditions
- Occasional quality control issues such as high-speed vibrations
- Braking performance occasionally cited as inferior to top-tier performance tires
Observations
- Users fitting these to performance-oriented vehicles (e.g., Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution) noted significant improvements in steering sharpness over stock tires.
- Drivers of family-oriented or ladder-frame SUVs reported a surprising increase in ride comfort despite the tire's UHP classification.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 | B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Sizes available | 6 | — |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 19″ | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
77
/ 100
Dunlop
86
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport — better wet, handling and dry. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport scores 88 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport scores 91 vs 74 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport scores 92 vs 83 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 scores 88 vs 83 on comfort.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport LM 705
Tire B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport
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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.