2017 Specialized Allez E5 vs 2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp
The 49 is the Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp size closest to your 49 Specialized Allez E5. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp
Compared with the Specialized Allez E5 in 49, the Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp in 49 places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- −1 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- −1 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- −2 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Allez E5, 49Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp, 49Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Allez E5 49 | Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp 49 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 387mm | 386mm | −1 mm |
| Stack | 505mm | 504mm | −1 mm |
| Head tube angle | 72.25° | 72.25° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 75.5° | 75.5° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 518mm | 518mm | ±0 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 972mm | 970mm | −2 mm |
| BB drop | 72mm | 71.5mm | −1 mm |
| BB height | 270mm | 270mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 736mm | 730mm | −6 mm |
| Seat tube length | 460mm | 431mm | −29 mm |
| Fork length | 369mm | 368mm | −1 mm |
| Head tube length | 100mm | 100mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp minus the Specialized Allez E5. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Allez E5, 2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Allez E5Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp
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 E5Allez E5 | Specialized Tarmac Men's CompMen's Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano Claris R2400 | Shimano Ultegra R8000 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Claris R2400 | Shimano Ultegra R8000 |
| Chain | KMC Z7 | KMC X11 EL |
| Crankset | FSA Gossamer Pro | Shimano Ultegra R8000 |
| Wheelset | Specialized Axis Sport | Roval SLX 24 |
| Tire | Specialized Espoir Sport | Specialized S-Works Turbo |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupé Sport | Specialized Toupe Comp |
| Frame | not listed | Specialized Tarmac SL5 |
| Cassette | not listed | Shimano 105 |
| Bottom bracket | not listed | Shimano Ultegra |
| Brake | not listed | Shimano Ultegra R8000 |
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