2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 vs 1996 MacGregor 65 — Comparison
1996 MacGregor 65
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 | 1996 MacGregor 65 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hallberg-Rassy | MacGregor |
| Year | 2012–2020 | 1996–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | USA |
| Designer | German Frers | Roger MacGregor |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 19.50 m (64.0 ft) | 19.81 m (65.0 ft) |
| LWL | 16.80 m (55.1 ft) | 16.15 m (53.0 ft) |
| Beam | 5.30 m (17.4 ft) | 5.18 m (17.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.70 m (8.9 ft) | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 30,000 kg (66,139 lbs) | 15,876 kg (35,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 11,000 kg (24,251 lbs) | 5,443 kg (12,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 165.0 m² (1,776 ft²) | 120.0 m² (1,292 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Centerboard |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 230 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 900 L (237.8 gal) | 380 L (100.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 1300 L (343.4 gal) | 760 L (200.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 4 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 and 1996 MacGregor 65 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 is a modern design by Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden, while the 1996 MacGregor 65 is a 1990s offering from MacGregor from USA. The 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 was penned by German Frers. The 1996 MacGregor 65 was designed by Roger MacGregor.
In terms of size, the 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 measures 19.50m (64.0ft) overall with a beam of 5.30m, compared to the 1996 MacGregor 65 at 19.81m (65.0ft) with a 5.18m beam. The 1996 MacGregor 65 is 0.31m longer than the 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64. The 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 displaces approximately 89% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.35 and 165.0 m² of sail area. The 1996 MacGregor 65, with an SA/D of 19.30 and 120.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 1996 MacGregor 65 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.68). The 1996 MacGregor 65 has a comfort ratio of 9.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.83. The ballast ratios are 36.7% for the 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 and 34.3% for the 1996 MacGregor 65, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 provides 8 berths in 4 cabins with 1300L of water capacity and 900L of fuel. The 1996 MacGregor 65 offers 8 berths in 4 cabins with 760L water and 380L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 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 1996 MacGregor 65 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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