67
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
71/100
2 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Potenza RE010 vs Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT DSST — 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
58
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
21/100
Owner ratings
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Potenza RE010 — better handling, wet and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
6 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)
Potenza RE010 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE010 | SP Sport Maxx GT DSST |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 77 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Potenza RE010 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE010 | SP Sport Maxx GT DSST |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 66 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Potenza RE010 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE010 | SP Sport Maxx GT DSST |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 56 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Potenza RE010 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE010 | SP Sport Maxx GT DSST |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 49 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 50 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Potenza RE010 leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE010 | SP Sport Maxx GT DSST |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Potenza RE010 | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT DSST |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 67 | 58 |
| Dry | 80 | 74 |
| Wet | 70 | 60 |
| Comfort | 60 | 50 |
| Noise | – | 52 |
| Treadwear | 50 | 44 |
| Handling | 85 | 72 |
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Headline score
67
/ 100
Tire A
58
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Potenza RE010 is widely regarded as a specialized performance tire, particularly valued by enthusiasts for its role as the original equipment for the Honda Integra Type-R. While it offers predictable handling and strong dry-weather performance, users note that its longevity is limited and caution is advised when driving in wet conditions.
Pros
- Excellent handling characteristics and progressiveness
- Strong dry-weather grip and confidence
- Ideal for track use and maintaining vehicle authenticity
- Comfortable ride quality
Cons
- Rapid tread wear rate
- Reduced traction in wet conditions
- Limited versatility compared to modern performance tires
Observations
- Highly recommended specifically for the DC2 Integra Type-R to maintain intended handling dynamics
- Performance is perceived as highly vehicle-specific rather than a general-purpose upgrade
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Potenza RE010 | B · Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT DSST |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | — |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
67
/ 100
Bridgestone
58
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Bridgestone Potenza RE010 — better handling, wet and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Potenza RE010 scores 85 vs 72 on handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Potenza RE010 scores 70 vs 60 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Potenza RE010 scores 60 vs 50 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Potenza RE010 scores 80 vs 74 on dry.
Tire A · Bridgestone Potenza RE010
Tire B · Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT DSST
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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.