2016 Specialized Tarmac Comp vs 2018 Specialized Venge Elite
The 54 is the Specialized Venge Elite size closest to your 54.0 Specialized Tarmac Comp. 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 Venge Elite
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac Comp in 54.0, the Specialized Venge Elite in 54 places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- ±0 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- −1 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- ±0 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Tarmac Comp, 54.0Specialized Venge Elite, 54Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Comp 54.0 | Specialized Venge Elite 54 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 387 | 386mm | −1 mm |
| Stack | 543 | 543mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73 | 73° | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 73.5° | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 548 | 547mm | −1 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405 | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 977 | 977mm | ±0 mm |
| BB drop | 69 | 69mm | ±0 mm |
| BB height | 272.5 | 272.5mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 775 | 789mm | +14 mm |
| Seat tube length | 510 | 507mm | −3 mm |
| Fork length | 368 | 368mm | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 140 | 140mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Venge Elite minus the Specialized Tarmac Comp. Full charts: 2016 Specialized Tarmac Comp, 2018 Specialized Venge Elite.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac CompSpecialized Venge 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 Tarmac CompComp | Specialized Venge EliteElite |
|---|---|---|
| Fork | Specialized FACT carbon | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano 105 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano 105 Ez, Shimano 105 |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra | KMC X11 EL |
| Crankset | Praxis TURN Zayante | Praxis Zayante |
| Wheelset | Fulcrum S-19 | DT Swiss R460 |
| Tire | Specialized S-Works Turbo | Specialized S-Works Turbo |
| Brake | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano 105 |
| Handlebar | Specialized Comp | Specialized S-Works Aerofly |
| Stem | Specialized Comp Multi | not listed |
| Bar tape | Specialized Roubaix | not listed |
| Seatpost | Specialized Comp Carbon | Specialized Venge |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupe Comp | Specialized Power Comp |
| Chainring | not listed | Specialized 7075-T6 |
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