2011 Specialized Allez Comp Compact M2 vs 2011 Specialized Tarmac Elite
We can't match sizes for these two: one of them has no stack and reach for the sizes shown.
What changes on the Specialized Tarmac Elite
- Frame stack
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Frame reach
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Wheelbase
- −25 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −2 mm
- About the same
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Specialized Allez Comp Compact M2 numbers we have for size 58 are missing the reach and stack. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Allez Comp Compact M2 58 | Specialized Tarmac Elite 54 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head tube angle | 73.5° | 73° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73° | 73.5° | +0.5° |
| Chainstay length | 407mm | 405mm | −2 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1003mm | 978mm | −25 mm |
| Standover | 836mm | 777mm | −59 mm |
| Seat tube length | 550mm | 510mm | −40 mm |
| Head tube length | 205mm | 145mm | −60 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac Elite minus the Specialized Allez Comp Compact M2. Full charts: 2011 Specialized Allez Comp Compact M2, 2011 Specialized Tarmac Elite.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Allez Comp Compact M2Specialized Tarmac Elite
Each bike is ranked against the other road bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Specialized Allez Comp Compact M2Comp Compact M2 Apex | Specialized Tarmac EliteElite Apex |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | SRAM Apex | SRAM Apex |
| Derailleur | SRAM Apex | SRAM Apex |
| Cassette | SRAM Apex | SRAM Apex |
| Chain | KMC DX10 SC | KMC X10 CP |
| Crankset | SRAM S100 | SRAM S100 |
| Chainring | Specialized SRAM Red | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized All Condition | Specialized Turbo Comp |
| Rim | Mavic CXP22 | Mavic CXP22 |
| Brake | SRAM Apex | SRAM Apex |
| Stem | Specialized Elite-Set | Specialized Comp-Set |
| Saddle | Specialized Riva | Specialized Riva |
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