2017 Specialized Tarmac Expert vs 2016 Specialized Allez DSW Elite
The Specialized Allez DSW Elite size closest to your 56 is the 56.0. Compare the 56.0 instead
What changes on the Specialized Allez DSW Elite
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac Expert in 56, the Specialized Allez DSW Elite in 49.0 places the top of the head tube 41 mm lower and 15 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 15 mm shorter, which can contribute to quicker direction changes.
- Frame stack
- −41 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- −15 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- −15 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −1.3°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Tarmac Expert, 56Specialized Allez DSW Elite, 49.0Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Expert 56 | Specialized Allez DSW Elite 49.0 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 395mm | 380 | −15 mm |
| Stack | 564mm | 523 | −41 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73.5° | 72.25 | −1.3° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.25° | 75.5 | +2.3° |
| Effective top tube | 565mm | 515 | −50 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405 | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 986mm | 971 | −15 mm |
| BB drop | 69mm | 72 | +3 mm |
| BB height | 272.5mm | 271 | −2 mm |
| Standover | 795mm | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 501mm | 460 | −41 mm |
| Fork length | 368mm | 368 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 160mm | 120 | −40 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez DSW Elite minus the Specialized Tarmac Expert. Full charts: 2017 Specialized Tarmac Expert, 2016 Specialized Allez DSW Elite.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac ExpertSpecialized Allez DSW 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 ExpertExpert | Specialized Allez DSW EliteDSW Elite |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano Ultegra R6800 | Shimano Tiagra |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra R6800 | Shimano Tiagra |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra R6800 | Shimano Tiagra |
| Chain | Shimano HG70 | KMC X-10 |
| Crankset | FSA SL-K | Shimano Tiagra |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss R460 Pro | Specialized AXIS Classic |
| Tire | Specialized S-Works Turbo | Specialized Espoir Sport |
| Brake | Shimano Ultegra | Specialized Axis 1.0 |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupe Expert | Specialized Toupé Sport |
| Fork | not listed | Specialized FACT carbon |
| Handlebar | not listed | Specialized Shallow Drop |
| Stem | not listed | Specialized 3D-Forged Alloy |
| Bar tape | not listed | Specialized S-Wrap |
| Seatpost | not listed | Specialized Sport |
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