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 Falken ZE914 — 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
82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
83/100
99 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Falken ZE914 — better wet, dry and handling. 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)
ZE914 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | ZE914 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 89 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
ZE914 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | ZE914 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 62 | 81 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Sport LM 705 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | ZE914 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 81 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
ZE914 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | ZE914 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 82 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
ZE914 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport LM 705 | ZE914 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 | Falken ZE914 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 82 |
| Dry | 83 | 89 |
| Wet | 67 | 81 |
| Comfort | 88 | 81 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 82 |
| Handling | 74 | 80 |
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Headline score
77
/ 100
Tire A
82
/ 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 Falken ZE914 is widely regarded as a high-value, mid-range summer tire that offers a compelling balance of dry and wet weather performance. While some users report issues with road noise and variable tread life, the consensus is that it provides excellent grip and predictable handling, often outperforming more expensive premium brands in real-world driving conditions.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money compared to premium competitors
- Strong, predictable grip in both dry and wet conditions
- Progressive handling characteristics that provide driver confidence
- High level of ride comfort and refinement
- Effective braking performance
Cons
- Reports of increased road noise, particularly as the tread wears down
- Inconsistent tread life, with some users experiencing premature wear
- Occasional reports of poor wet-weather traction on specific high-torque or lightweight sports vehicles
- Some users noted a 'tramlining' effect on certain road surfaces
Observations
- Users with high-torque FWD vehicles generally praise the tire's ability to minimize wheel spin and understeer.
- Drivers of heavier vehicles or those with stiff suspension setups noted that the tire provides a significant improvement in ride comfort over harsher run-flat or performance-oriented tires.
- Some owners of lightweight sports cars reported that the tire's sidewall stiffness may not be ideal for track-focused handling, leading to a 'skittish' feel.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 | B · Falken ZE914 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 6 | — |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 19″ | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
77
/ 100
Dunlop
82
/ 100
Falken
Winner: Falken ZE914 — better wet, dry and handling. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Falken ZE914 scores 81 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SP Sport LM 705 scores 88 vs 81 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Falken ZE914 scores 89 vs 83 on dry.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Falken ZE914 scores 80 vs 74 on handling.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport LM 705
Tire B · Falken ZE914
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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.