2012 Specialized Tarmac Compact vs 2011 Specialized Allez Comp Compact M2
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 Allez Comp Compact M2
- 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
- +8 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +0.8°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Only the Specialized Tarmac Compact is drawn. The Specialized Allez Comp Compact M2 numbers we have for size 54 are missing the reach and stack.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Compact 490.0 | Specialized Allez Comp Compact M2 54 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 386mm | not listed | |
| Stack | 504mm | not listed | |
| Head tube angle | 72.25° | 73° | +0.8° |
| Seat tube angle | 75.5° | 73.5° | −2.0° |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 970mm | 978mm | +8 mm |
| Standover | 730mm | 798mm | +68 mm |
| Seat tube length | 460mm | 510mm | +50 mm |
| Head tube length | 100mm | 145mm | +45 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez Comp Compact M2 minus the Specialized Tarmac Compact. Full charts: 2012 Specialized Tarmac Compact, 2011 Specialized Allez Comp Compact M2.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac CompactSpecialized Allez Comp Compact M2
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 Tarmac CompactCompact | Specialized Allez Comp Compact M2Comp Compact M2 Apex |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano Tiagra | SRAM Apex |
| Derailleur | Shimano Tiagra | SRAM Apex |
| Cassette | Shimano Tiagra | SRAM Apex |
| Chain | Shimano Tiagra | KMC DX10 SC |
| Crankset | Shimano Tiagra | SRAM S100 |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss Axis 2.0 | not listed |
| Tire | Specialized Espoir Sport | Specialized All Condition |
| Brake | Shimano Tiagra | SRAM Apex |
| Handlebar | Specialized Tarmac | not listed |
| Stem | Specialized Elite-Set | Specialized Elite-Set |
| Saddle | Specialized Romin | Specialized Riva |
| Chainring | not listed | Specialized SRAM Red |
| Rim | not listed | Mavic CXP22 |
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