1982 Amel Maramu vs 2005 Amel 54 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1982 Amel Maramu | 2005 Amel 54 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Amel | Amel |
| Year | 1982–1992 | 2005–2017 |
| Type | Ketch | Ketch |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Henri Amel | Henri Amel |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.00 m (45.9 ft) | 16.50 m (54.1 ft) |
| LWL | 11.00 m (36.1 ft) | 13.80 m (45.3 ft) |
| Beam | 4.10 m (13.5 ft) | 4.68 m (15.4 ft) |
| Draft | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,000 kg (30,865 lbs) | 20,000 kg (44,092 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,000 kg (11,023 lbs) | 7,500 kg (16,535 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 88.0 m² (947 ft²) | 117.0 m² (1,259 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 60 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 600 L (158.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 500 L (132.1 gal) | 800 L (211.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1982 Amel Maramu and 2005 Amel 54 represent two takes on ketch-rigged sailing. The 1982 Amel Maramu is a 1980s design by Amel from France, while the 2005 Amel 54 is a 2000s offering from Amel from France. The 1982 Amel Maramu was penned by Henri Amel. The 2005 Amel 54 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 2005 Amel 54 at 16.50m (54.1ft) with a 4.68m beam. The 2005 Amel 54 is 2.50m longer than the 1982 Amel Maramu. The 2005 Amel 54 displaces approximately 43% 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 2005 Amel 54, with an SA/D of 16.13 and 117.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2005 Amel 54 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 2005 Amel 54 has a comfort ratio of 18.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.69. The ballast ratios are 35.7% for the 1982 Amel Maramu and 37.5% for the 2005 Amel 54, 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 2005 Amel 54 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 800L water and 600L 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 2005 Amel 54 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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