2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's vs 2016 Specialized Allez DSW Elite
The 54.0 is the Specialized Allez DSW Elite size closest to your 54 Specialized Tarmac Men's. 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 DSW Elite
Compared with the Specialized Tarmac Men's in 54, the Specialized Allez DSW Elite in 54.0 places the top of the head tube 3 mm higher and 3 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 6 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +3 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- +3 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +6 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Specialized Tarmac Men's, 54Specialized Allez DSW Elite, 54.0Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Men's 54 | Specialized Allez DSW Elite 54.0 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 384mm | 387 | +3 mm |
| Stack | 544mm | 547 | +3 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73° | 73 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 74° | 73.5 | −0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 540mm | 549 | +9 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405 | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 973mm | 979 | +6 mm |
| BB drop | 72mm | 69 | −3 mm |
| BB height | 268mm | 273.5 | +6 mm |
| Standover | 775mm | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 481mm | 500 | +19 mm |
| Fork length | 363mm | 368 | +5 mm |
| Head tube length | 143mm | 145 | +2 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez DSW Elite minus the Specialized Tarmac Men's. Full charts: 2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's, 2016 Specialized Allez DSW Elite.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac Men'sSpecialized 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 Men'sMen's | Specialized Allez DSW EliteDSW Elite |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized Tarmac SL4 | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Tiagra | Shimano Tiagra |
| Derailleur | Shimano Tiagra | Shimano Tiagra |
| Cassette | Shimano Tiagra | Shimano Tiagra |
| Chain | KMC X10EL | KMC X-10 |
| Crankset | Praxis Alba M30 | Shimano Tiagra |
| Wheelset | DT Swiss R460 | Specialized AXIS Classic |
| Tire | Specialized Espoir Elite | Specialized Espoir Sport |
| Brake | Tektro Axis | Specialized Axis 1.0 |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupé Sport | 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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