Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 vs Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 and Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV appear in 2 tests, though they have not yet met head-to-head in the same test. Head-to-head results carry the most weight here, because surface, weather and test car all change between events and make raw numbers from different tests hard to compare directly.
How the Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, noise / comfort, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 89/100, based on 1 test.
How the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
What this means for you. Category wins matter more than the overall score when your driving is weighted toward one condition — a wet-climate commuter should follow the wet braking column, while a high-mileage driver should follow wear and rolling resistance. Also check that both tires are actually offered in your size and load rating: performance can shift between sizes, and availability differs between the European and North American markets.
Verdict
The Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 and Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV are closely matched. Pick based on the category that matters most to your driving — wet, dry, comfort, mileage, or price.
Which one should you buy?
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise noise / comfort
- You prefer the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 | Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring | Touring |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 1 | 1 |
| Best rank | #1 | #4 |
| Avg rank | 3.3 | 6.5 |
| Latest test | 2024 | 2025 |
| Tire Lab Score | 89.2 | — |
Tire Lab Score
Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 | Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 3.5 11 | Avg rank 8.0 | Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 1.5 11 | Avg rank 5.0 | Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 4.0 1 | No data | Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 4.0 | No data | Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 |
💧 Wet: Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 vs Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV
The Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 wins this category with an average rank of 3.5, compared to 8.0 for the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV.
☀️ Dry: Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 vs Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV
The Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 wins this category with an average rank of 1.5, compared to 5.0 for the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 vs Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV
The Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 wins this category with an average rank of 4.0, compared to no data for the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV.
🔋 Efficiency: Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 vs Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV
The Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 wins this category with an average rank of 4.0, compared to no data for the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 or Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 ranks higher on average than the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 ranks better than the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Pirelli Cinturato HS CN12 appears in 1 independent tests, Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV in 1.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →
