Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV vs Pirelli Scorpion: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV and Pirelli Scorpion appear in 5 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 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.
How the Pirelli Scorpion performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, noise / comfort, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 87/100, based on 4 tests.
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 Diablo Rosso IV and Pirelli Scorpion 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 prefer the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV's brand, sizing or price
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise noise / comfort
Test profile
| Metric | Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV | Pirelli Scorpion |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring | Touring |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 1 | 4 |
| Best rank | #4 | #1 |
| Avg rank | 6.5 | 4.6 |
| Latest test | 2025 | 2025 |
| Tire Lab Score | — | 87 |
Tire Lab Score
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV
Pirelli Scorpion
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV | Pirelli Scorpion | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 8.0 | Avg rank 5.2 22 | Pirelli Scorpion |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 5.0 | Avg rank 4.3 21 | Pirelli Scorpion |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | No data | Avg rank 4.3 32 | Pirelli Scorpion |
| 🔋Efficiency | No data | Avg rank 9.5 | Pirelli Scorpion |
💧 Wet: Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV vs Pirelli Scorpion
The Pirelli Scorpion wins this category with an average rank of 5.2, compared to 8.0 for the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV.
☀️ Dry: Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV vs Pirelli Scorpion
The Pirelli Scorpion wins this category with an average rank of 4.3, compared to 5.0 for the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV vs Pirelli Scorpion
The Pirelli Scorpion wins this category with an average rank of 4.3, compared to no data for the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV.
🔋 Efficiency: Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV vs Pirelli Scorpion
The Pirelli Scorpion wins this category with an average rank of 9.5, compared to no data for the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV or Pirelli Scorpion?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Pirelli Scorpion ranks higher on average than the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Pirelli Scorpion 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 Scorpion ranks better than the Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV appears in 1 independent tests, Pirelli Scorpion in 4.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →
