2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 vs 2019 Amel 60 — Comparison

2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64
VS
2019 Amel 60

Specifications Side by Side

Specification2012 Hallberg-Rassy 642019 Amel 60
General
ManufacturerHallberg-RassyAmel
Year2012–20202019
TypeSloopSloop
CountrySwedenFrance
DesignerGerman FrersOlivier Racoupeau
Dimensions
LOA19.50 m (64.0 ft)18.40 m (60.4 ft)
LWL16.80 m (55.1 ft)16.00 m (52.5 ft)
Beam5.30 m (17.4 ft)5.10 m (16.7 ft)
Draft2.70 m (8.9 ft)2.30 m (7.5 ft)
Weight
Displacement30,000 kg (66,139 lbs)25,000 kg (55,116 lbs)
Ballast11,000 kg (24,251 lbs)8,500 kg (18,739 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area165.0 m² (1,776 ft²)150.0 m² (1,615 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinFin
Engine & Tanks
Engine230 HP150 HP
Fuel Capacity900 L (237.8 gal)800 L (211.3 gal)
Water Capacity1300 L (343.4 gal)1000 L (264.2 gal)
Accommodation
Berths87
Cabins43

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64
17.35
2019 Amel 60
17.82
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64
36.67
2019 Amel 60
34.00
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64
0.68
2019 Amel 60
0.70
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64
16.11
2019 Amel 60
15.68

Detailed Comparison

The 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 and 2019 Amel 60 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 is a modern design by Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden, while the 2019 Amel 60 is a modern offering from Amel from France. The 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 was penned by German Frers. The 2019 Amel 60 was designed by Olivier Racoupeau.

In terms of size, the 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 measures 19.50m (64.0ft) overall with a beam of 5.30m, compared to the 2019 Amel 60 at 18.40m (60.4ft) with a 5.10m beam. The 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 is 1.10m longer than the 2019 Amel 60. The 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 displaces approximately 20% 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 2019 Amel 60, with an SA/D of 17.82 and 150.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2019 Amel 60 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 2019 Amel 60 has a comfort ratio of 15.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.70. The ballast ratios are 36.7% for the 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 and 34.0% for the 2019 Amel 60, 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 2019 Amel 60 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 1000L water and 800L 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 2019 Amel 60 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.

For liveaboard: The 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.

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