Originally Posted by
jfowler85
In what way? Continuous tractive force in engineering is a function of power, velocity, force and coefficient of friction between the surface and wheel.
I am curious about how Andy_k will answer, but FWIW I think the main issue with traction is with sharp cornering, when big knobs or pronounced tread can lose contact with the road. And possibly, different coefficients of friction since the tires are designed for different purposes.