2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's Pro vs 2016 Specialized Allez DSW Elite
The 56.0 is the Specialized Allez DSW Elite size closest to your 56 Specialized Tarmac Men's Pro. 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 Pro in 56, the Specialized Allez DSW Elite in 56.0 places the top of the head tube 9 mm higher and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 3 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +9 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- +3 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 Pro, 56Specialized Allez DSW Elite, 56.0Drawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac Men's Pro 56 | Specialized Allez DSW Elite 56.0 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 395mm | 395 | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 565mm | 574 | +9 mm |
| Head tube angle | 73.5° | 73.5 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5° | 73.25 | −0.3° |
| Effective top tube | 562mm | 568 | +6 mm |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405 | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 985mm | 988 | +3 mm |
| BB drop | 72mm | 69 | −3 mm |
| BB height | 268mm | 273.5 | +6 mm |
| Standover | 795mm | not listed | |
| Seat tube length | 501mm | 520 | +19 mm |
| Fork length | 363mm | 368 | +5 mm |
| Head tube length | 163mm | 170 | +7 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Allez DSW Elite minus the Specialized Tarmac Men's Pro. Full charts: 2018 Specialized Tarmac Men's Pro, 2016 Specialized Allez DSW Elite.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac Men's ProSpecialized 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's ProMen's Pro | Specialized Allez DSW EliteDSW Elite |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized Tarmac SL6 | not listed |
| Shifter | Shimano Ultegra R8150 Di2 | Shimano Tiagra |
| Derailleur | Shimano Ultegra R8050 Di2 | Shimano Tiagra |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra R8000 | Shimano Tiagra |
| Chain | Shimano Ultegra | KMC X-10 |
| Bottom bracket | Praxis 6806 | not listed |
| Wheelset | Roval CL 50 | Specialized AXIS Classic |
| Tire | Specialized S-Works Turbo | Specialized Espoir Sport |
| Brake | Shimano Ultegra R8010 | Specialized Axis 1.0 |
| Saddle | Specialized Toupe Expert | Specialized Toupé Sport |
| Fork | not listed | Specialized FACT carbon |
| Crankset | not listed | Shimano Tiagra |
| 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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