Model
Potenza S-04 Pole Position
Pilot Super Sport ZP
Tire Sizes
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245/35 R19
205/45 R17
215/45 R17
225/45 R17
235/45 R17
245/40 R17
255/40 R17
225/40 R18
225/45 R18
225/50 R18
235/40 R18
235/45 R18
245/40 R18
245/45 R18
255/35 R18
255/40 R18
255/45 R18
265/35 R18
265/40 R18
265/45 R18
275/35 R18
285/30 R18
285/35 R18
225/40 R19
225/45 R19
235/35 R19
235/40 R19
245/35 R19
245/40 R19
245/45 R19
255/35 R19
255/40 R19
265/35 R19
275/35 R19
275/40 R19
285/30 R19
285/35 R19
295/30 R19
305/30 R19
245/35 R20
245/40 R20
255/35 R20
275/35 R20
285/30 R20
295/30 R20
245/35 R19
225/35 R19
245/35 R19
255/30 R19
285/30 R19
335/25 R20
245/35 R21
245/40 R21
275/30 R21
275/35 R21
Tread Photos
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Potenza S-04 Pole Position
Pilot Super Sport ZP
Price range
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Brand
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Bridgestone
Michelin
Category
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Performance -> Summer Tires -> Max Performance Summer
Performance -> Summer Tires -> Max Performance Summer
Review
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The Potenza S-04 Pole Position is Bridgestone's Max Performance Summer tire developed for the drivers of ultra high performance sports cars, coupes and sedans who want to feel the rush of driving their vehicle. Potenza S-04 Pole Position tires are designed to perform in warm, wet and dry conditions. However like all summer tires, they are not intended to be driven in near freezing temperatures, through snow or on ice.

The Potenza S-04 Pole Position features an asymmetric tread design with a large outboard shoulder, interlocking tread blocks and a central circumferential rib to enhance dry road steering response, high speed stability and cornering precision. High angle tread blocks in the intermediate ribs promote longitudinal stiffness to enhance straight-line braking forces while slanted lateral grooves pump water into wide circumferential grooves to help resist hydroplaning. Another continuous circumferential rib adjacent to the inside shoulder blocks enhances wear quality to help reduce noise throughout the life of the tire, especially on cars with alignment settings that specify negative camber.

The tire's internal structure features a lightweight belt package consisting of twin steel belts supported by a spirally wrapped aramid/nylon cord reinforcement that enhances ride quality and high speed durability. Active rubber inserts in the sidewalls near the bead areas tune vertical sidewall stiffness to blend cornering grip with ride comfort.

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The Pilot Super Sport ZP (Zero Pessure) is Michelin's Max Performance Summer run-flat tire originally developed for C7 Chevrolet Corvette, which was introduced for the 2014 model year. In addition to offering temporary extended mobility, Pilot Super Sport ZP tires also deliver world-class traction and handling in dry and wet conditions. However, like all summer tires, they are not intended to be driven in near-freezing temperatures, through snow or on ice.

Because the Z51 Performance Package takes the C7 Corvette to a more aggressive level of performance, Michelin has developed vehicle/size specific Pilot Super Sport ZP tires to permit fine-tuning features to match their vehicle application.

Vehicle ApplicationFrontRearC7 CorvetteP245/40ZR18 (93Y)P285/35ZR19 (99Y)C7 Corvette Z06P285/30R19 (94Y)P335/25R20 (99Y)C7 Corvette Z51P245/35ZR19 (89Y)P285/30ZR20 (95Y)

All versions of the Pilot Super Sport ZP employ an asymmetric tread design that features a low-void outboard shoulder for cornering while their notched center ribs and inboard shoulder promote high-speed performance in dry conditions. Wide circumferential grooves and lateral notches help channel water through the footprint to maintain wet traction. Sizes for the standard C7 Corvette use a single tread rubber compound that blends dry traction, wet traction and treadlife; while the sizes for Z51-equipped and Z06 models feature side-by-side tread compounds. Different from the standard Pilot Super Sport tread compounds, one is designed and manufactured in the U.S. specifically for the C7 Corvette, and the other is made for racing applications by the same people and equipment that produce the compunds in Michelin´s Le Mans-wining race tires. The two combine to deliver near-racing-slick dry grip and handling levels, without abandoning tread life and wet handling.

Tires for all three models feature twin steel belts reinforced by spirally wound Twaron cord. The angles at which the steel belts are molded into each version have been tuned to balance performance and comfort. The steel belt angles used for the standard C7 emphasize ride and treadlife, while the angles used for the Z51 and Z06 tires focus on increasing performance and at-the-limit handling.

Twaron is a polyamide cord that offers a lightweight, high-strength reinforcement above the steel belts to enhance high-speed handling, wear and durability. It is applied using Michelin FAZ Technology (Filament At Zero degrees) that allows Michelin engineers to tune tension and strength by winding the cord around the tire circumference much the same way fishing line is wound onto a fishing reel.

Michelin Zero Pressure Technology reinforces sidewalls by adding run-flat inserts that allow tires to temporarily carry the weight of the vehicle in the event a puncture results in complete loss of tire pressure. The Pilot Super Sport ZP is designed to allow Corvette drivers to continue their journey for up to 50 miles at up to 50 mph. All three versions of the tires feature asymmetric run-flat inserts and casing components designed to broaden tire performances by focusing distinct functions on the appropriate sidewall. Inboard sidewalls feature a more rigid insert that increases sidewall stability to provide the majority of run-flat capability, as well as to transfer torque during acceleration, braking and cornering. Outboard sidewalls feature a softer insert that increases sidewall flexibility to maintain footprint size when cornering, as well as to enhance ride quality and tread life.

The front/rear sizes of the standard C7 Corvette are the same as those used on many C6 Corvettes, and they can be installed in sets on the earlier cars.

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Tires Scores Compare

How we score

Would You Recommend?

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Treadwear Performance

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Treadwear is vital to many things, not just how often the tires need replacement. Hydroplaning and wet weather are both critical factors that wear down your tire quickly. The warranty covers any defects in what you bought but only for a limited period or when there's minimal tread left on them.

Wet Perfomance

8.8
7.9

The wet performance score is a new thing that tire manufacturers are trying to achieve. The hydroplaning resistance, wet traction, and steering response all influence this new grading system.

Hydroplaning Resistance
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The hydroplaning resistance is measured by the hydroplane depth test and the dynamic aquaplaning test, which measures how much water can be accumulated on the tire's surface before hydroplaning occurs.

8.7
7.9
Wet Traction
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Wet traction estimates the level of grip on wet pavement. Tread design with deep grooves dramatically improves confidence when driving in the rain as they channel the water out much better.

8.8
7.8
Steering Response
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The vehicle's steering response largely depends on the tread depth, tire width, air pressure, and aspect ratio. Wide high-performance tires are equipped with a continuous center rib providing instant steering response.

8.9
9.6

Dry Perfomance

9
9.6

Tires with good dry performance should be able to perform smoothly and safely, even when cornering aggressively.

Cornering Stability
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A dynamic cornering test is often used to assess cornering stability under dry conditions.

9
9.6
Dry Traction
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Dry traction level depends on many factors, including tread design, profile shape, and compounds.

9
9.6
Steering Response
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The vehicle's steering response largely depends on the tread depth, tire width, air pressure, and aspect ratio. Wide high-performance tires are equipped with a continuous center rib providing instant steering response.

8.9
9.6

Comfort Perfomance

8.5
8.3

The comfort performance score is designed to measure the balance between ride quality and noise level.

Ride Quality
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The excellent ride quality means you do not feel the bumps or cracks on the road. Larger tires with thick and deep tread patterns decrease the number of jolts allowing you to glide over bumpy road textures.

8.5
8.3
Noise
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If you would enjoy a quiet chat with the passengers while children are sleeping or listening to music, not the sound of tires, definitely pay attention to the noise score.

8.5
8.3

Winter Performance

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Winter Performance score helps us understand if the tire is the appropriate option for winter conditions that your vehicle will face. Dedicated winter tires provide a firm grip when driving through snow and on ice. Performance winter tires boast a higher speed rating and better handling but deliver modestly lower ice and snow traction.

Price range
Tire Sizes
245/35 R19
205/45 R17
215/45 R17
225/45 R17
235/45 R17
245/40 R17
255/40 R17
225/40 R18
225/45 R18
225/50 R18
235/40 R18
235/45 R18
245/40 R18
245/45 R18
255/35 R18
255/40 R18
255/45 R18
265/35 R18
265/40 R18
265/45 R18
275/35 R18
285/30 R18
285/35 R18
225/40 R19
225/45 R19
235/35 R19
235/40 R19
245/35 R19
245/40 R19
245/45 R19
255/35 R19
255/40 R19
265/35 R19
275/35 R19
275/40 R19
285/30 R19
285/35 R19
295/30 R19
305/30 R19
245/35 R20
245/40 R20
255/35 R20
275/35 R20
285/30 R20
295/30 R20
245/35 R19
225/35 R19
245/35 R19
255/30 R19
285/30 R19
335/25 R20
245/35 R21
245/40 R21
275/30 R21
275/35 R21
Size
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Tire size may be indicated in two formats:
– metric (P255/45R18 103H)
– high flotation (30x9.5 R15 104 F C)
In the metric system, P - stands for the passenger vehicles (LT - for Light Trucks, ST - Special Trailer) with a width of 255 millimeters, aspect ratio (sidewall height) equal to 45% of the tire height. R means it is radially constructed with a diameter of 18 inches. 103 denotes the tire's load index and H determines the speed rating.
In the high flotation system, the first number (30) is the overall diameter of the tire, the second number (9.5) is the width in inches.

245/35 R19 93 Y XL
245/35 R19 89 Y SL
Utqg
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Uniform Tire Quality Grade Standards (UTQG) were designed to offer consumers with useful information about the treadwear, traction, and temperature capabilities of their tires in order to make better decisions when purchasing new tires.

280 AA A
300 AA A
Max. load
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The maximum weight that a tire can carry is the greatest amount of weight it's designed to bear. Because load carrying capability is dependent on a tire's size and construction, as well as how much air pressure is actually utilized, maximum loads are measured with the tire inflated to an industry standard inflation pressure.

93 (1430 lbs)
89 (1280 lbs)
Max. speed
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The maximum speed that a tire with this type of tread can safely travel for an extended amount of time is indicated by the tire speed rating, which is usually shown by a letter or two.

Y
Y
Max inflation pressure
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The highest "cold" inflation pressure that a tire is meant to contain is its maximum inflation pressure.

50 | 27
51 | 27
Tire weight
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The tire weight is determined by the type and size of the tire. As the tread depth of the tire wears down over time, so does its weight.

27
27
Rim width range
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Tires may be used on rims of varying widths while still fulfilling their intended function.

8-9.5""
8-9.5""
Meas. rim width
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The measuring rim width is the common industry minimum rim width at which a tire must be mounted to validate that it meets design specifications.

10/32""
8.5/32""
Overall diam.
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The overall diameter of a tire is the outer diameter of the tire, measured in the center of the tread. This measurement is made without any load placed on the tire and after it has been properly mounted on its industry-assigned measuring rim and inflated to its test pressure after 24 hours.

25.75
25.75
Revs.per mile
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The revolutions per mile figure indicates the number of times a tire rotates during one mile's travel.

783.29/mi
783.29/mi
Country of origin
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The short name of the country where the given tire was manufactured.

JP
US
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The Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position provides better results for 4 test features out of 10 in total.

When it comes to the UTQG of each tire, the Michelin Potenza S-04 Pole Position shows its superiority with a rating of 300 AA A versus 280 AA A of the Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position. To learn more about the UTQG, we suggest you read this article.

Dry performance

I f you are looking to get the most out of your next set of tires, it is clear that the technology behind Michelin Pilot Super Sport ZP emerges victorious in dry performance comparison.

The Pilot Super Sport ZP shows better Cornering Stability, Dry Traction, Steering Response.

Wet Performance

If you are looking for a tire that gives you maximum traction on wet roads and high resistance to hydroplaning, then the Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position is for you.

Comfort Performance

Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position is offering an unbeatable driving comfort. So, if ride quality is important to you, you can't go wrong with Potenza S-04 Pole Position.

Specs & Options

Though in general one tire may look superior to the other one, we recommend you compare the available sizes for each model as well. Just choose the tire sizes from the dropdown menu. Upon comparing different sizes, you may find certain differences of both tires.

In terms of market coverage, the Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole Position takes the lead. This tire is available in 44 sizes ranging from 17 inches to 20 inches.

Price

As for the pricing policy, Pilot Super Sport ZP is more expensive than Potenza S-04 Pole Position.

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