The others RWL tires are not the same, and aren't allowed to be. BF Goodrich tires have the same style they had in 1970. I am ok with that, as I was around then. it is their design, but they are also more expensive than the competition. there is a reason for that.The patent for the exact style belongs to whoever owned Bf Goodrich. I am just not willing to pay for it. As are others I am sure.