2011 Specialized Tarmac SL3 vs 2011 Specialized Tarmac Elite
We can't match sizes for these two: one of them has no stack and reach for the sizes shown.
What changes on the Specialized Tarmac Elite
- Frame stack
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Frame reach
- n/a
- One of the bikes has no number for this
- Wheelbase
- −8 mm
- Shorter: quicker to change direction
- Head angle
- −0.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
We can't draw these frames yet. The Specialized Tarmac SL3 numbers we have for size 56 are missing the reach and stack. The numbers below still compare.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Specialized Tarmac SL3 56 | Specialized Tarmac Elite 54 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Head tube angle | 73.5° | 73° | −0.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.25° | 73.5° | +0.3° |
| Chainstay length | 405mm | 405mm | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 986mm | 978mm | −8 mm |
| Standover | 800mm | 777mm | −23 mm |
| Seat tube length | 530mm | 510mm | −20 mm |
| Head tube length | 170mm | 145mm | −25 mm |
Differences are the Specialized Tarmac Elite minus the Specialized Tarmac SL3. Full charts: 2011 Specialized Tarmac SL3, 2011 Specialized Tarmac Elite.
Where each sits in its class
Specialized Tarmac SL3Specialized Tarmac Elite
CalmSteeringQuick
PlayfulBalancePlanted
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 SL3S-Works | Specialized Tarmac EliteElite Apex |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Specialized S-Works SL3 FACT | not listed |
| Shifter | not listed | SRAM Apex |
| Derailleur | not listed | SRAM Apex |
| Cassette | not listed | SRAM Apex |
| Chain | not listed | KMC X10 CP |
| Crankset | not listed | SRAM S100 |
| Tire | not listed | Specialized Turbo Comp |
| Rim | not listed | Mavic CXP22 |
| Brake | not listed | SRAM Apex |
| Stem | not listed | Specialized Comp-Set |
| Saddle | not listed | Specialized Riva |
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