How good are Pirelli P-Zero Russo?
12-22-2001, 02:01 AM
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How good are Pirelli P-Zero Russo?
Took delivery of my 2002 SLK32 last night and found that it was equipped with Pirelli P-Zero Russo. While I have still the option to exhange them for either Michelin Pilot Sports or Bridgestone S03s. I would appreciate any feedback from those who have experience/comments on P-Zero Russo tires.
I get mixed comments so far about Pirellis in general and have read the ratings on Tirerack.com, but I have found the tires to be comfortable and have lower tire/road noise compare to our C320 with Michelin Pilot Sports.
TIA for your advice.
I get mixed comments so far about Pirellis in general and have read the ratings on Tirerack.com, but I have found the tires to be comfortable and have lower tire/road noise compare to our C320 with Michelin Pilot Sports.
TIA for your advice.
12-22-2001, 12:16 PM
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depends on the weather
The P-Zero Rosso tires are actually quite good they offer good ride quality and perfromance. The Pilot sports do offer a little more performance but sacrifice ride quality to achieve the added performance. I think that you will be very happy with them on your roadster. I wouldn't change
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12-22-2001, 06:11 PM
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Thanks for your reply, Luke. I have another related question.....
My SLK32 is equipped with 225/45 ZR x 17 (front) and 245/40 R x 17 (rear).
Would like to install a 255/40 ZR x 17 to replace the OEM rear tires (same brand, Pirelli P-Zer Russo). I noticed that the overall diameter (and circumference) of the 255s is a closer match to the 225s in front. Also, the larger cross section at the rear will improve the looks of the car.
Offhand, I expect the change to induce a bit more understeer on initial turn-in, but should help reduce oversteering when powering out of a corner. Will there be any adverse effects to my changing the rear tires?
My guess is it should not cause any concerns during normal driving. TIA for your advice and comments.
Would like to install a 255/40 ZR x 17 to replace the OEM rear tires (same brand, Pirelli P-Zer Russo). I noticed that the overall diameter (and circumference) of the 255s is a closer match to the 225s in front. Also, the larger cross section at the rear will improve the looks of the car.
Offhand, I expect the change to induce a bit more understeer on initial turn-in, but should help reduce oversteering when powering out of a corner. Will there be any adverse effects to my changing the rear tires?
My guess is it should not cause any concerns during normal driving. TIA for your advice and comments.
