Continental SportContact 7 vs Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport
The headline pattern is consistency versus character. The SportContact 7 converts its balance into results (10 wins vs 1), regularly topping wet and dry braking and often leading overall tests. The Goodyear can feel excellent and occasionally matches or edges the Continental in subjective enjoyment and some handling metrics, but its performance swings more with fitment and it's more frequently penalized on rolling resistance and, in several tests, wet stopping power.
Test Results
Independent comparison tyre tests are the best source of data to get tyre information from, and the good news is there have been eleven tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Continental SportContact 7 | ten | |
| Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport | one |
While it might look like the Continental SportContact 7 is better than the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport purely based on the higher number of test wins, tyres are very complicated objects which means where one tyre is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tyres compare across multiple tyre test categories.
Key Strengths
- Consistently class-leading wet braking and strong wet safety margins (e.g., 42.4 m vs 51.5 m in Autobild 2026; 50.13 m vs 56.65 m in Tyre Reviews 2022)
- Very strong dry braking performance across sizes (frequent winner; often several percent shorter stops)
- Best-in-class efficiency for the segment: wins rolling resistance in most shared tests (often ~7-18% better)
- Balanced road manners for a max-performance tyre (comfort/noise often competitive; strong stability once loaded up in corners)
- Engaging, track-friendly dynamics with strong steering/handling feel in the right fitments (notably EVO 2025; praised for balance and adjustability)
- Can match/edge the Continental in dry handling lap time or subjective 'fun' scores in some tests
- Often strong aquaplaning metrics-especially curved aquaplaning (wins this category more often in the dataset)
- Refinement can be surprisingly good for a sporty tyre in some tests (comfort/noise praised in Tyre Reviews 2026)
Dry Braking
Looking at data from nine tyre tests, the Continental SportContact 7 was better during eight dry braking tests. On average the Continental SportContact 7 stopped the vehicle in 4.66% less distance than the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport.
Best In Dry Braking: Continental SportContact 7
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Dry Handling [s]
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport was better during two dry handling [s] tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport was 0.27% faster around a lap than the Continental SportContact 7.
Best In Dry Handling [s]: Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport
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Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Continental SportContact 7 was better during four dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Continental SportContact 7 was 1.89% faster around a lap than the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Continental SportContact 7
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Subj. Dry Handling
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Continental SportContact 7 was better during one subj. dry handling tests. On average the Continental SportContact 7 scored 1.28% more points than the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport.
Best In Subj. Dry Handling: Continental SportContact 7
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Subj. Road Score
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport was better during one subj. road score tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport scored 2.38% more points than the Continental SportContact 7.
Best In Subj. Road Score: Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport
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Wet Braking
Looking at data from nine tyre tests, the Continental SportContact 7 was better during seven wet braking tests. On average the Continental SportContact 7 stopped the vehicle in 10% less distance than the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport.
Best In Wet Braking: Continental SportContact 7
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Wet Handling [s]
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Continental SportContact 7 was better during two wet handling [s] tests. On average the Continental SportContact 7 was 2.41% faster around a wet lap than the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport.
Best In Wet Handling [s]: Continental SportContact 7
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Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Continental SportContact 7 was better during three wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Continental SportContact 7 was 6% faster around a wet lap than the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Continental SportContact 7
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Subj. Wet Handling
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport was better during two subj. wet handling tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport scored 1.33% more points than the Continental SportContact 7.
Best In Subj. Wet Handling: Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport
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Wet Circle
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Continental SportContact 7 was better during three wet circle tests. On average the Continental SportContact 7 was 9.02% faster around a wet circle than the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport.
Best In Wet Circle: Continental SportContact 7
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Straight Aqua
Looking at data from nine tyre tests, the Continental SportContact 7 was better during six straight aqua tests. On average the Continental SportContact 7 floated at a 0.38% higher speed than the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport.
Best In Straight Aqua: Continental SportContact 7
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Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from five tyre tests, the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport was better during four curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport slipped out at a 2.91% higher speed than the Continental SportContact 7.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport
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Subj. Comfort
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Continental SportContact 7 was better during three subj. comfort tests. On average the Continental SportContact 7 scored 9.33% more points than the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport.
Best In Subj. Comfort: Continental SportContact 7
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Subj. Noise
Looking at data from two tyre tests, the Continental SportContact 7 was better during two subj. noise tests. On average the Continental SportContact 7 scored 7.02% more points than the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport.
Best In Subj. Noise: Continental SportContact 7
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Noise
Looking at data from six tyre tests, the Continental SportContact 7 was better during four noise tests. On average the Continental SportContact 7 measured 0.45% quieter than the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport.
Best In Noise: Continental SportContact 7
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Price
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Continental SportContact 7 was better during one price tests. On average the Continental SportContact 7 cost 3.66% less than the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport.
Best In Price: Continental SportContact 7
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Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from nine tyre tests, the Continental SportContact 7 was better during eight rolling resistance tests. On average the Continental SportContact 7 had a 11.4% lower rolling resistance than the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Continental SportContact 7
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Real World Driver Reviews
Continental SportContact 7 Driver Reviews
Across 91 reviews, the Continental SportContact 7 is widely praised as an exceptionally high-grip UUHP summer tyre, with standout wet performance that many drivers say feels nearly as secure as the dry, plus strong braking and confidence-inspiring handling. Many also note good feedback and stability (including in cooler temperatures for a summer tyre), and several consider it a top choice for fast road use and occasional track work. The main recurring drawback is rapid tread wear/short lifespan (especially under spirited driving or track use), with a secondary theme of higher road noise and a firmer, harsher ride on some cars.
Based on 98 reviews with an average rating of 83%
Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport Driver Reviews
Drivers generally describe the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport as a very high-grip, confidence-inspiring UUHP tyre with standout dry handling, sharp turn-in, and excellent steering feedback, often performing impressively on occasional track use thanks to strong heat tolerance and consistency. Wet performance is commonly rated as good for the category (with many finding it surprisingly capable), and a number of users report better-than-expected tread life for a performance tyre. The most repeated trade-offs are a firmer, harsher ride and, for some cars/uses, faster wear and less reassuring traction on cold/damp/greasy surfaces-especially as tread depth gets low.
Based on 62 reviews with an average rating of 84%
Tyres I already drove on my 322hp Megane RS: PS4, PS4s, PS3, Nokian Powerproof and now the Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport in 235/40/18.
Dry grip and feedback is great! Full throttle out of the corner is easy (works great with some added negative camber). It gives you so much confidence. The feedback is superb and now I really can push the car to its limits. I think they behave the same as the PS4s but it is difficult to compare because I've changed the suspension this year.
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Conclusion
The Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport still makes sense if your priority is “feel” and a more track-leaning balance, and when the fitment suits the car it can be outstanding to drive-EVO 2025 (235/35 R19) put it 2nd overall with excellent wet and dry handling impressions, and Tyre Reviews 2022 even tagged it “track master.” But it's clearly an older design now: several tests call out high rolling resistance and, at times, mid-pack braking. The practical takeaway is simple: choose the SportContact 7 if you want maximum real-world pace and safety with fewer compromises; choose the Eagle F1 SuperSport if you value an involving, adjustable handling character and expect sharper pricing-while accepting higher energy use and more variable wet/braking outcomes depending on size and vehicle setup.
Key Differences
- Overall consistency: SportContact 7 converts performance into results far more reliably (10 overall wins vs 1), while the Goodyear is more variable by fitment and test.
- Wet braking safety: Continental is usually decisively shorter; in extreme cases the difference is dramatic (e.g., 42.4 m vs 51.5 m in Autobild 2026).
- Efficiency: Continental is almost always lower rolling resistance (8 category wins), whereas the Goodyear is frequently among the worst-impacting fuel/range and potentially heat management on long road trips.
- Handling 'character' split: Goodyear more often scores higher for subjective enjoyment/road feel, while Continental can be described as slightly elastic around centre but very stable when committed.
- Aquaplaning nuance: Goodyear more frequently leads curved aquaplaning, but Continental more often wins straight-line aquaplaning; Continental also has occasional noted weaknesses in specific aquaplaning sub-tests (e.g., ACE 2026 curve aquaplaning points).
- Value proposition: Goodyear is often positioned as a fast road/track pick that may wear well and be priced attractively as it ages, while Continental tends to justify its cost through measurable safety/performance and running-cost efficiency rather than 'track bias' feel.
Overall Winner: Continental SportContact 7
Based on the tyre test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Continental SportContact 7 has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tyre has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tyre buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tyre industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tyres in the same test.
Why is this important? Tyre testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tyre test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tyre tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tyre Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
Lots of other websites do this sort of tyre comparison, Tyre Reviews doesn't.
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