78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
10 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Falken FK451 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 handling, dry and wet. Pick the Falken FK451 if treadwear 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 13
Why this score
| Source | FK451 | Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 91 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Sport leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | FK451 | Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 86 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Sport leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | FK451 | Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 80 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
FK451 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | FK451 | Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 76 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Sport leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | FK451 | Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 91 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Falken FK451 | Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 78 | 86 |
| Dry | 79 | 92 |
| Wet | 77 | 88 |
| Comfort | 79 | 83 |
| Treadwear | 81 | 78 |
| Handling | 71 | 91 |
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78
/ 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 Falken FK451 is widely regarded by users as a high-value performance tire that punches well above its budget-friendly price point. Owners consistently praise its balanced dry and wet grip, impressive tread longevity, and refined road manners, often comparing it favorably to premium brands like Michelin and Pirelli.
Pros
- Exceptional price-to-performance ratio
- Strong wet and dry traction
- Excellent tread life and durability
- Low noise levels and smooth ride quality
Cons
- Potential for rubber cracking between treads over long-term storage or extended age
- Some users report a slightly less 'alive' or communicative steering feel compared to premium performance tires
- Availability concerns as it is an older model often superseded by newer iterations
Observations
- High-horsepower vehicles (300bhp+) and heavy luxury sedans (W140 S-Class) report stable, reliable handling.
- The shoulder profile is noted as being particularly friendly for owners of lowered vehicles, preventing rubbing issues.
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 · Falken FK451 | B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer High Performance tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
78
/ 100
Falken
86
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport — better handling, dry and wet. Pick the Falken FK451 if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport scores 91 vs 71 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport scores 92 vs 79 on dry.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport scores 88 vs 77 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Eagle F1 Sport scores 83 vs 79 on comfort.
Tire A · Falken FK451
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.