73
/ 100
Objective (60%)
76/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
81/100
148 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 vs Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R — 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
90
/ 100
Objective (60%)
84/100
6 professional tests
User signal (40%)
94/100
1,988 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R — better wet, treadwear and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
Pilot Sport Cup 2 R leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Supercar 3 | Pilot Sport Cup 2 R |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | 92 |
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 100 |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 99% | 98% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport Cup 2 R leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Supercar 3 | Pilot Sport Cup 2 R |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 76 |
| Tire Rack owners | 56 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 55 | 45 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport Cup 2 R leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Supercar 3 | Pilot Sport Cup 2 R |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 76 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 67 | 95 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport Cup 2 R leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Supercar 3 | Pilot Sport Cup 2 R |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 68 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 60 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Pilot Sport Cup 2 R leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Eagle F1 Supercar 3 | Pilot Sport Cup 2 R |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 95 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 | Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 73 | 90 |
| Dry | 90 | 94 |
| Wet | 56 | 83 |
| Comfort | 76 | 94 |
| Noise | – | 92 |
| Treadwear | 68 | 90 |
| Handling | 93 | 96 |
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Headline score
73
/ 100
Tire A
90
/ 100
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.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Handling | Dry | 99% #3/5 · Michelin Pilot Sport 4S vs Cup 2 vs Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperCar 3 vs 3R vs Toyo R888R | 98% #1/2 · Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 VS Cup 2 R - Tested | +0.4 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 33% #3/5 · Michelin Pilot Sport 4S vs Cup 2 vs Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperCar 3 vs 3R vs Toyo R888R | 100% #1/2 · Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 VS Cup 2 R - Tested | -66.7 | Different tests |
| Subj. Dry Handling | Subj | 95% #2/5 · Michelin Pilot Sport 4S vs Cup 2 vs Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperCar 3 vs 3R vs Toyo R888R | 100% #1/3 · Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R vs Hoosier TrackAttack Pro vs Bridgestone Potenza RE71 RS | -5 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
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.
The Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R is a specialized, track-focused tire that offers exceptional dry-weather grip and steering precision for high-performance vehicles. While it excels in competitive driving and track-day environments, users emphasize that it is not suitable for daily driving, particularly due to its rapid tread wear, poor wet-weather performance, and lack of cold-temperature capability.
Pros
- Unrivaled dry-weather traction and cornering grip
- Precise steering response and communicative feedback
- Excellent performance consistency during track sessions
- Superior stability at high speeds
Cons
- Extremely short tread life and rapid wear
- Significant safety risks in wet or cold conditions
- High purchase price and high cost-per-mile
- Increased road noise and harsh ride quality
Observations
- Performance is highly dependent on vehicle-specific alignment settings; improper camber can lead to premature shoulder wear.
- Users note that the tire requires significant heat to reach optimal operating temperatures, making it feel 'sketchy' or stiff during short street trips.
- The tire is frequently cited as a 'one-trick pony' for track-day enthusiasts, with many users recommending the Pilot Sport 4S as a more practical alternative for street-driven vehicles.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3 | B · Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Summer Trackday and Competition tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 11 | — |
| Rim diameters | 18″ – 20″ | — |
| Tread depth | 7 - 9/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 220 AA A | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Vertical Serrated Band | — |
| Max pressure | 50 - 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
73
/ 100
Goodyear
90
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R — better wet, treadwear and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R scores 83 vs 56 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R scores 90 vs 68 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R scores 94 vs 76 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R scores 94 vs 90 on dry.
Tire A · Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3
Tire B · Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R
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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.