1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 vs 1982 Amel Maramu — Comparison
1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 | 1982 Amel Maramu |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Wauquiez | Amel |
| Year | 1992–2000 | 1982–1992 |
| Type | Ketch | Ketch |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Jean-Marie Finot | Henri Amel |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.11 m (43.0 ft) | 14.00 m (45.9 ft) |
| LWL | 10.67 m (35.0 ft) | 11.00 m (36.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) | 4.10 m (13.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,793 kg (25,999 lbs) | 14,000 kg (30,865 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,763 kg (10,501 lbs) | 5,000 kg (11,023 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 82.0 m² (883 ft²) | 88.0 m² (947 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 60 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 450 L (118.9 gal) | 500 L (132.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 and 1982 Amel Maramu represent two takes on ketch-rigged sailing. The 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 is a 1990s design by Wauquiez from France, while the 1982 Amel Maramu is a 1980s offering from Amel from France. The 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 was penned by Jean-Marie Finot. The 1982 Amel Maramu was designed by Henri Amel.
In terms of size, the 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 measures 13.11m (43.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.96m, compared to the 1982 Amel Maramu at 14.00m (45.9ft) with a 4.10m beam. The 1982 Amel Maramu is 0.89m longer than the 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43. The 1982 Amel Maramu displaces approximately 19% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.08 and 82.0 m² of sail area. The 1982 Amel Maramu, with an SA/D of 15.39 and 88.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 22.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.70). The 1982 Amel Maramu has a comfort ratio of 23.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.68. The ballast ratios are 40.4% for the 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 and 35.7% for the 1982 Amel Maramu, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 450L of water capacity and 250L of fuel. The 1982 Amel Maramu offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 500L water and 300L 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 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 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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