2012 Specialized Allez Comp Compact vs 2011 Specialized Tarmac SL3
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 SL3
- 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
- −39 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −1.0°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −5 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Only the Specialized Allez Comp Compact is drawn. The Specialized Tarmac SL3 numbers we have for size 54 are missing the reach and stack.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Allez Comp Compact 64 | Specialized Tarmac SL3 54 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 401mm | not listed | |
| Stack | 652mm | not listed | |
| Head tube angle | 74° | 73° | −1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 72.5° | 73.5° | +1.0° |
| Chainstay length | 410mm | 405mm | −5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1017mm | 978mm | −39 mm |
| Standover | 892mm | 777mm | −115 mm |
| Seat tube length | 620mm | 510mm | −110 mm |
| Head tube length | 250mm | 145mm | −105 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac SL3 minus the Specialized Allez Comp Compact. Full charts: 2012 Specialized Allez Comp Compact, 2011 Specialized Tarmac SL3.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Allez Comp CompactSpecialized Tarmac SL3
AggressivePositionUpright
CalmSteeringQuick
PlayfulBalancePlanted
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 CompactComp 105 Compact | Specialized Tarmac SL3S-Works |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano 105 | not listed |
| Derailleur | Shimano 105 | not listed |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 | not listed |
| Chain | Shimano Tiagra | not listed |
| Crankset | Shimano 105 | not listed |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss Axis 2.0 | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Espoir Sport | not listed |
| Brake | Shimano 105 | not listed |
| Handlebar | Specialized Tarmac | not listed |
| Stem | Specialized Elite-Set | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Riva | not listed |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized S-Works SL3 FACT |
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