2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc vs 2017 Specialized Allez E5
The 49 is the Specialized Allez E5 size closest to your 49 Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc. 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 Allez E5
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc in 49, the Specialized Allez E5 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 Tarmac Men's Comp Disc, 49Specialized Allez E5, 49Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc 49 | Specialized Allez E5 49 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 386mm | 387mm | +1 mm |
| Stack | 504mm | 505mm | +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 | 970mm | 972mm | +2 mm |
| BB drop | 71.5mm | 72mm | +1 mm |
| BB height | 270mm | 270mm | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 730mm | 736mm | +6 mm |
| Seat tube length | 431mm | 460mm | +29 mm |
| Fork length | 368mm | 369mm | +1 mm |
| Head tube length | 100mm | 100mm | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez E5 minus the Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc. Full charts: 2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp Disc, 2017 Specialized Allez E5.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac Men's Comp DiscSpecialized Allez E5
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 Men's Comp DiscMen's Comp Disc | Specialized Allez E5Allez E5 |
|---|---|---|
| Shifter | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano Claris R2400 |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra R8000 | Shimano Claris R2400 |
| Cassette | Shimano 105 | not listed |
| Chain | KMC X11 EL | KMC Z7 |
| Crankset | Shimano Ultegra R8000 | FSA Gossamer Pro |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano Ultegra | not listed |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss R470 | Specialized Axis Sport |
| Tire | Specialized S-Works Turbo | Specialized Espoir Sport |
| Brake | Shimano RS785 | not listed |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupe Comp | Specialized Toupé Sport |
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