Who here has had both? Both new and old tires.
The ratings for traction on tirerack don't seem to make sense with the treadwear rating differences. According to tirerack ratings, the PSS should have better dry traction. Who here has had both, and can provide an informed comparision?
Any differences between the two over time?
Expected life differences?
Other behavioral oddities?
--Comparing the 19 inch OEM-size 225/45R19 front, and 245/40R19 rear

 

bump, for tire evaluation

 

You're going to get more dry/wet grip from the super sports...can't comment on tread wear but I've never had issues with my set of PSS

 

Everyone I've ever talked to agrees that PSS is the best summer tire you can get, anything better would be a slick or streetable slick type of tire. So if you can afford PSS, get them. I've used them at an autocross event and they are very good for a street tire.

 

I'd toss my vote in for the PSS's as well. The B-stone is a very close second, but the Michelin has a tad dry and response advantage. They use the PSS on the new Corvettes at Ron Fellows and I was amazed what they could do when being pushed hard.

 

I've had both in OE S sedan sizes.

I thought the S04 was quieter and had sharper steering response.

I think the PSS has better wet and dry grip.

I also got better wear out of the PSS, enough so to offset the cost difference. I'm on the second set of PSS.