1982 Amel Maramu vs 1992 Amel Super Maramu — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1982 Amel Maramu | 1992 Amel Super Maramu |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Amel | Amel |
| Year | 1982–1992 | 1992–2007 |
| Type | Ketch | Ketch |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Henri Amel | Henri Amel |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.00 m (45.9 ft) | 16.15 m (53.0 ft) |
| LWL | 11.00 m (36.1 ft) | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.10 m (13.5 ft) | 4.50 m (14.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,000 kg (30,865 lbs) | 17,000 kg (37,479 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,000 kg (11,023 lbs) | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 88.0 m² (947 ft²) | 102.0 m² (1,098 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 60 HP | 100 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 500 L (132.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 500 L (132.1 gal) | 700 L (184.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1982 Amel Maramu and 1992 Amel Super Maramu represent two takes on ketch-rigged sailing. The 1982 Amel Maramu is a 1980s design by Amel from France, while the 1992 Amel Super Maramu is a 1990s offering from Amel from France. The 1982 Amel Maramu was penned by Henri Amel. The 1992 Amel Super Maramu was designed by Henri Amel.
In terms of size, the 1982 Amel Maramu measures 14.00m (45.9ft) overall with a beam of 4.10m, compared to the 1992 Amel Super Maramu at 16.15m (53.0ft) with a 4.50m beam. The 1992 Amel Super Maramu is 2.15m longer than the 1982 Amel Maramu. The 1992 Amel Super Maramu displaces approximately 21% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1982 Amel Maramu has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.39 and 88.0 m² of sail area. The 1992 Amel Super Maramu, with an SA/D of 15.67 and 102.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1992 Amel Super Maramu has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1982 Amel Maramu offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 23.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.68). The 1992 Amel Super Maramu has a comfort ratio of 18.5 and a capsize screening value of 0.70. The ballast ratios are 35.7% for the 1982 Amel Maramu and 36.5% for the 1992 Amel Super Maramu, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1982 Amel Maramu provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 500L of water capacity and 300L of fuel. The 1992 Amel Super Maramu offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 700L water and 500L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1982 Amel Maramu is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The 1992 Amel Super Maramu has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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