2017 Specialized Tarmac Comp Torch Edition vs 2015 Specialized Venge Elite
The Specialized Venge Elite size closest to your 56 is the 56. Compare the 56 instead
What changes on the Specialized Venge Elite
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac Comp Torch Edition in 56, the Specialized Venge Elite in 61 places the top of the head tube 50 mm higher and 12 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 27 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +50 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +12 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +27 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- +0.5°
- Steeper: sharper steering
- Chainstays
- +5 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Specialized Tarmac Comp Torch Edition, 56Specialized Venge Elite, 61Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Comp Torch Edition 56 | Specialized Venge Elite 61 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 395mm | 407mm | +12 mm |
| Stack | 564mm | 614mm | +50 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73.5° | 74° | +0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.25° | 72.5° | −0.8° |
| Effective top tube | 565mm | 600mm | +35 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 410mm | +5 mm |
| Wheelbase | 986mm | 1013mm | +27 mm |
| BB drop | 69mm | 67.5mm | −2 mm |
| BB height | 272.5mm | not listed | |
| Standover | 795mm | 860mm | +65 mm |
| Seat tube length | 501mm | 577mm | +76 mm |
| Fork length | 368mm | not listed | |
| Head tube length | 160mm | 210mm | +50 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Venge Elite minus the Specialized Tarmac Comp Torch Edition. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Tarmac Comp Torch Edition, 2015 Specialized Venge Elite.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac Comp Torch EditionSpecialized 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 Comp Torch EditionComp Torch Edition | Specialized Venge EliteElite 105 |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano Ultegra R6800 | Shimano 105 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra R6800 | Shimano 105 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 R5800 | Shimano 105 |
| Chain | KMC X-11 | Shimano 105 |
| Crankset | Shimano Ultegra | Praxis TURN Zayante |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss R460 | Fulcrum S5 |
| Tire | Specialized S-Works Turbo | Specialized Turbo Elite |
| Brake | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano 105 |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupe Comp | Specialized Romin EVO Comp |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized S-Works Aerofly |
| Seatpost | not listed | Specialized Venge |
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