82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
97/100
21 professional tests
User signal (40%)
84/100
99 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Continental SportContact 7 vs Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport — 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.
VS
80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
80/100
17 professional tests
User signal (40%)
84/100
72 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Continental SportContact 7 — better comfort, wet and dry. Pick the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport if noise and treadwear matter most to you.
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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)
SportContact 7 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | SportContact 7 | Eagle F1 SuperSport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 93 | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | 95 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 100 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 100% | 97% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 95% | 95% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
SportContact 7 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | SportContact 7 | Eagle F1 SuperSport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 85 | 80 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 81 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 100 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 100% | 95% |
| Wet Circle (% of best) | 84% | 90% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 97% | 91% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SportContact 7 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | SportContact 7 | Eagle F1 SuperSport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | 60 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 74 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 80 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 SuperSport leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | SportContact 7 | Eagle F1 SuperSport |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | 87 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 100 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 SuperSport leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | SportContact 7 | Eagle F1 SuperSport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 71 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Eagle F1 SuperSport leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | SportContact 7 | Eagle F1 SuperSport |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 91 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 86 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental SportContact 7 | Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 82 | 80 |
| Dry | 94 | 88 |
| Wet | 88 | 81 |
| Comfort | 79 | 67 |
| Noise | 81 | 87 |
| Treadwear | 67 | 72 |
| Handling | 90 | 91 |
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Headline score
82
/ 100
Tire A
80
/ 100
Tire B
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.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curved Aquaplaning | Curved | 97% #4/7 · 2024 EVO Summer Tyre Test | 86% #8/14 · 2021 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test | +10.6 | Different tests |
| Dry Braking | Dry | 100% #1/3 · Top Tire Review 2026 UUHP Tyre Test | 97% #4/9 · 2021 EVO Summer Tyre Test | +2.6 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 95% #4/8 · The BEST Performance Summer Tyres for 2026 Tested! | 95% #8/8 · 2026 Autobild Sports Cars Summer Tyre Test | +0.3 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 92% #4/9 · 2025 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | 83% #7/7 · 2024 Sports Car Tyre Test | +8.6 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 100% #6/8 · The BEST Performance Summer Tyres for 2026 Tested! | 98% #3/8 · The BEST Performance Summer Tyres for 2026 Tested! | +1.6 | Same test |
| Price | Other | 91% #8/10 · 2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tyre Test | 73% #4/10 · 2022 Sport Auto UHP, UUHP and Semi Slick Tyre Test | +17.6 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 100% #1/4 · 2025 Sport Auto UUHP Tyre Test | 100% #1/8 · 2019 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 99% #3/10 · 2022 Sport Auto UHP, UUHP and Semi Slick Tyre Test | 92% #8/14 · 2021 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test | +7.4 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 100% #2/7 · Best Performance Tyres For 2025 | 71% #7/8 · 2019 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test | +28.6 | Different tests |
| Subj. Dry Handling | Subj | 100% #1/7 · 2024 EVO Summer Tyre Test | 97% #3/8 · 2019 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test | +3.3 | Different tests |
| Subj. Noise | Subj | 80% #4/8 · 2025 Die Reifentester UHP Summer Tyre Test | 60% #8/8 · 2025 Die Reifentester UHP Summer Tyre Test | +20 | Same test |
| Subj. Road Score | Subj | 90% #6/9 · 2025 EVO Summer Tyre Test | 93% #3/9 · 2025 EVO Summer Tyre Test | -2.2 | Same test |
| Subj. Wet Handling | Subj | 100% #1/8 · 2025 Die Reifentester UHP Summer Tyre Test | 100% #1/8 · 2019 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 100% #1/3 · Top Tire Review 2026 UUHP Tyre Test | 95% #3/8 · 2025 Die Reifentester UHP Summer Tyre Test | +4.8 | Different tests |
| Wet Circle | Wet | 84% #2/10 · 2022 Sport Auto UHP, UUHP and Semi Slick Tyre Test | 90% #3/10 · 2020 UHP, UUHP and Track Day Tyre Test | -5.7 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 97% #5/10 · 2022 Sport Auto UHP, UUHP and Semi Slick Tyre Test | 91% #2/9 · 2025 EVO Summer Tyre Test | +6.1 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Continental SportContact 7 is widely regarded as a class-leading Ultra-High Performance tire, praised for its exceptional grip in both wet and dry conditions. While it consistently outperforms many competitors in handling and feedback, users frequently note a trade-off in tread longevity and, for some, a firmer, noisier ride compared to more comfort-oriented alternatives.
Pros
- Exceptional wet and dry traction
- High levels of steering feedback and precision
- Strong performance in cold/damp conditions
- Excellent handling stability at high speeds
Cons
- Rapid tread wear and short lifespan
- Noticeable road noise on certain surfaces
- Firm sidewalls can lead to a harsh ride quality
- Lower initial tread depth compared to some competitors
Observations
- High-torque and heavy performance vehicles (e.g., RS3, M4, Taycan) report significant improvements in traction but experience accelerated wear.
- Users on larger rim diameters (20-22 inch) generally report acceptable comfort, while those on smaller setups or stiffer suspension configurations occasionally find the ride quality too harsh.
- Some BMW owners noted specific handling instability when using non-star-rated versions of the tire, suggesting sensitivity to vehicle-specific OE tuning.
The Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport is widely regarded as a high-performance, track-capable tire that offers exceptional dry grip, precise steering feedback, and excellent value compared to premium competitors like the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S. While it excels in spirited driving and handling, some users report a firmer ride, increased road noise, and inconsistent performance in cold or damp conditions, with tread wear varying significantly based on vehicle torque and driving style.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and cornering stability
- Direct and communicative steering feedback
- Strong value proposition compared to Michelin and Continental alternatives
- Impressive wet weather performance for a UUHP tire
- Robust sidewall construction providing high-speed stability
Cons
- Increased road noise and NVH compared to comfort-oriented tires
- Performance drop-off in cold temperatures or damp conditions
- Tread wear can be rapid on high-torque or track-heavy applications
- Stiffer ride quality may be perceived as harsh on poor road surfaces
- Occasional reports of overnight flat-spotting
Observations
- Users with high-torque FWD hot hatches noted excellent traction off the line but reported faster front-tire wear.
- Drivers switching from factory run-flat tires consistently reported significant improvements in comfort, steering feel, and overall grip.
- Performance varies by manufacturer-specific OE markings (e.g., Audi vs. BMW spec), with some users noting differences in sidewall stiffness and compound behavior.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental SportContact 7 | B · Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Summer Max Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 1 | 19 |
| Rim diameters | 18″ | 18″ – 23″ |
| Tread depth | 8 - 9/32″ | 7 - 10/32″ |
| UTQG | 240 AA A | 080 - 300 A - AA A |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall | Black Side Wall - Serrated Black Lettering |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | 50 - 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
82
/ 100
Continental
80
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: Continental SportContact 7 — better comfort, wet and dry. Pick the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport if noise and treadwear matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Continental SportContact 7 scores 79 vs 67 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental SportContact 7 scores 88 vs 81 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Continental SportContact 7 scores 94 vs 88 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport scores 87 vs 81 on noise.
Tire A · Continental SportContact 7
Tire B · Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport
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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.