68
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
14 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R vs Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar G:2 — 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.
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68
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
64/100
10 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R and Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar G:2 are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R is stronger on wet and dry. Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar G:2 is stronger on comfort and treadwear.
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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)
Potenza RE-71R leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE-71R | Eagle F1 Supercar G:2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 99 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Potenza RE-71R leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE-71R | Eagle F1 Supercar G:2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Supercar G:2 leads by 33
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE-71R | Eagle F1 Supercar G:2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 41 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 Supercar G:2 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE-71R | Eagle F1 Supercar G:2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 52 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Potenza RE-71R | Eagle F1 Supercar G:2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 92 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R | Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar G:2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 68 | 68 |
| Dry | 99 | 88 |
| Wet | 81 | 62 |
| Comfort | 41 | 74 |
| Treadwear | 52 | 59 |
| Handling | 92 | – |
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Headline score
68
/ 100
Tire A
68
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Potenza RE71R is widely regarded as a benchmark 200TW tire that dominated the autocross and track day scene for years due to its exceptional dry grip and rapid heat-up characteristics. While users praise its performance and consistent handling, it is frequently noted for its short tread life, high noise levels, and a tendency to feel imprecise or 'mushy' at the absolute limit compared to newer competitors.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and turn-in precision
- Fast heat-up time ideal for autocross
- Consistent performance throughout the tire's lifespan
- Strong wet weather capability for a performance-oriented compound
Cons
- Rapid tread wear and short overall lifespan
- High road noise levels
- Lack of audible feedback at the limit
- Can feel 'mushy' or imprecise under extreme track conditions
Observations
- Users running 17-inch setups on older sports cars like the Porsche Boxster reported significant improvements in handling and reduced ABS intervention compared to all-season tires.
- High-horsepower applications (e.g., 450hp GC8) benefit from the aggressive grip but contribute to faster degradation of the soft compound.
The Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperCar G2 is highly regarded by enthusiasts, particularly Corvette owners, for its exceptional performance and handling characteristics. Users consistently praise its ability to manage high-horsepower applications and its reliability as an OEM-spec tire, though availability has become a significant concern as the product line faces potential discontinuation.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and handling for high-horsepower vehicles
- Strong performance in wet conditions and resistance to hydroplaning
- Reliable OEM-spec fitment for performance vehicles like the Corvette
- Consistent track record for spirited driving and road course use
Cons
- Increasingly difficult to source as a replacement tire
- Limited availability for specific factory-spec sizes
- Uncertainty regarding long-term production support
Observations
- Strong preference noted among Corvette owners for maintaining factory-original tire specifications.
- High-horsepower vehicle owners report superior control and safety compared to alternative tire brands.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R | B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar G:2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | Trackday and Competition Summer tire |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
68
/ 100
Bridgestone
68
/ 100
Goodyear
Too close to call: Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R and Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar G:2 are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R is stronger on wet and dry. Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar G:2 is stronger on comfort and treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar G:2 scores 74 vs 41 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R scores 81 vs 62 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R scores 99 vs 88 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar G:2 scores 59 vs 52 on treadwear.
Tire A · Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R
Tire B · Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar G:2
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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.