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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 vs Kumho Ecsta V730 — Compared (September 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.

Tire A Goodyear

Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3

Summer Max Performance tires

Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
76/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
81/100
148 owner reviews
Dry
90
Wet
56
Snow
–
Comfort
76
Noise
–
Treadwear
68
Handling
93

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

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Tire B Kumho

Kumho Ecsta V730

Summer Extreme Performance tires

Kumho Ecsta V730 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
84/100
187 owner reviews
Dry
92
Wet
53
Snow
65
Comfort
73
Noise
85
Treadwear
75
Handling
88

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictToo close to call: Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 and Kumho Ecsta V730 are within 2 points overall. Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 is stronger on handling, wet and comfort. Kumho Ecsta V730 is stronger on treadwear.
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Category breakdown

7 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Ecsta V730 leads by 2
A — Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3
90
B — Kumho Ecsta V730
92
Why this score
SourceEagle F1 Supercar 3Ecsta V730
Professional tests (TWG score) 89 –
Tire Rack owners 91 91
Tyre Reviews owners 90 94
SimpleTire owners – 98

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Supercar 3 leads by 3
A — Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3
56
B — Kumho Ecsta V730
53
Why this score
SourceEagle F1 Supercar 3Ecsta V730
Tire Rack owners 56 53
Tyre Reviews owners 55 48
SimpleTire owners – 55

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3
–
B — Kumho Ecsta V730
65
Why this score
SourceEagle F1 Supercar 3Ecsta V730
SimpleTire owners – 65

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Supercar 3 leads by 3
A — Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3
76
B — Kumho Ecsta V730
73
Why this score
SourceEagle F1 Supercar 3Ecsta V730
Tire Rack owners 76 73
Tyre Reviews owners 67 66
SimpleTire owners – 84

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3
–
B — Kumho Ecsta V730
85
Why this score
SourceEagle F1 Supercar 3Ecsta V730
SimpleTire owners – 85

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Ecsta V730 leads by 7
A — Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3
68
B — Kumho Ecsta V730
75
Why this score
SourceEagle F1 Supercar 3Ecsta V730
Tire Rack owners 68 75
Tyre Reviews owners 60 64
SimpleTire owners – 84

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Eagle F1 Supercar 3 leads by 5
A — Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3
93
B — Kumho Ecsta V730
88
Why this score
SourceEagle F1 Supercar 3Ecsta V730
Tyre Reviews owners 93 88

Scores at a glance

Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 vs Kumho Ecsta V730: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryGoodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3Kumho Ecsta V730
Relative Score 73 73
Dry 90 92
Wet 56 53
Snow – 65
Comfort 76 73
Noise – 85
Treadwear 68 75
Handling 93 88

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Headline score

Tire A

Tire B

Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.

Test data

The professional test results behind the scores

Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.

DisciplineCategoryTire ATire BΔBoth?
Overall Ranking Overall 33% #3/5 · Michelin Pilot Sport 4S vs Cup 2 vs Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperCar 3 vs 3R vs Toyo R888R 17% #6/8 · 2021 Track Day 200TW Tyre Test +16.7 Different tests
From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3

The Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperCar 3 is widely regarded as a high-performance, track-focused tire that offers exceptional dry grip and consistent thermal stability for enthusiasts. While it excels in spirited driving and HPDE sessions, users note that it requires significant heat to reach optimal performance and is poorly suited for cold or wet conditions. It is frequently praised as a cost-effective, durable alternative to more expensive track-oriented tires like the Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2.

Pros

  • Exceptional dry grip and consistent performance during long track sessions.
  • High thermal stability with minimal 'greasy' fall-off when pushed hard.
  • Excellent value proposition compared to premium competitors.
  • Predictable handling and progressive breakaway characteristics at the limit.
  • Surprisingly good road manners and noise levels for an extreme performance tire.

Cons

  • Poor wet weather performance and high risk of hydroplaning in standing water.
  • Requires significant warm-up time; performance is lackluster in temperatures below 60°F.
  • Short tread life, particularly when subjected to aggressive track use or heavy vehicles.
  • Persistent supply chain issues and nationwide backorders.
  • Shallow initial tread depth limits total usable life.

Observations

  • Owners of heavy, high-horsepower vehicles like the Camaro ZL1 and BMW M3 report rapid rear tire wear but appreciate the tire's ability to manage high torque.
  • Users note that the tire runs wider than other brands in the same size, which can affect fitment and clearance on some setups.
  • The tire is frequently cited as the 'gold standard' for the 6th Gen Camaro 1LE platform, with many users noting it is specifically engineered for that vehicle's chassis.
Tire B Kumho Ecsta V730

The Kumho Ecsta V730 is widely regarded as a high-value, 'budget-friendly' 200TW tire that excels in dry track and autocross environments. While it may not reach the absolute peak lap times of top-tier 'Super 200' competitors, it offers exceptional consistency, heat tolerance, and longevity, making it a favorite for HPDE enthusiasts and budget-conscious racers.

Pros

  • Excellent dry grip and predictable handling characteristics at the limit.
  • High heat tolerance with minimal 'greasy' drop-off during long track sessions.
  • Superior tread life and durability compared to many direct 200TW competitors.
  • Highly competitive price point offering significant value for money.
  • Stiff sidewalls provide sharp, responsive turn-in and steering precision.

Cons

  • Poor wet weather performance, particularly with standing water or worn tread.
  • Requires significant heat to reach optimal operating temperature, making them poor for cold-weather street use.
  • Harsh ride quality and high road noise due to the stiff sidewall construction.
  • Inconsistent performance when cold, leading to potential traction loss on street starts.

Observations

  • Users with camber-limited vehicles (e.g., stock-class FWD cars) report that the stiff sidewalls and shoulder design handle limited negative camber well, resulting in even wear.
  • Heavy vehicles (3500lbs+) note that while the tire handles the weight well, it requires careful pressure management to avoid overheating or premature shoulder wear.
  • Drivers of lightweight platforms (e.g., Miata) report exceptional longevity, often getting an entire season of track and autocross use from a single set.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 B · Kumho Ecsta V730
CategorySummer Max Performance tiresSummer Extreme Performance tires
Vehicle typePassenger Car / Crossover—
Sizes available116
Rim diameters18″ – 20″15″ – 19″
Tread depth7 - 9/32″8.5/32″
UTQG220 AA A200 A A
SidewallBlack Side Wall - Vertical Serrated BandBlackwall
Max pressure50 - 51 psi51 psi
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Goodyear

Kumho

Too close to call: Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 and Kumho Ecsta V730 are within 2 points overall. Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 is stronger on handling, wet and comfort. Kumho Ecsta V730 is stronger on treadwear.

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Kumho Ecsta V730 scores 75 vs 68 on treadwear.

Pick tire A You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 scores 93 vs 88 on handling.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 scores 56 vs 53 on wet.

Pick tire A You want the most comfortable ride

Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 scores 76 vs 73 on comfort.

Tire A · Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3
Tire B · Kumho Ecsta V730

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.