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Originally Posted by DarkSunrise
The 86 actually set a faster laptime than the RF regardless. But fair point - it would be interesting to see how the Twins would have done on the Miata's OEM Potenza S001's.
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Considering that the S001 is Bridgestone's OE summer tire and includes low rolling resistance in the description I'd be surprised if it was significantly faster than the S-04 that was only tested to be 0.2s faster than Primacy's on a BRZ around Streets of Willow a few years back.
"The Potenza S001 is Bridgestone's Max Performance Summer tire developed as Original Equipment for premium high-performance sports cars, coupes and sedans. The Potenza S001 is designed to combine low rolling resistance efficiency with maximum sports performance 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."
The S04 has a more aggressive description, same treadwear rating, cheaper.
"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."