2014 Amel 55 vs 2014 Oyster 625 — Comparison
2014 Amel 55
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2014 Amel 55 | 2014 Oyster 625 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Amel | Oyster |
| Year | 2014–2021 | 2014–2020 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | UK |
| Designer | Olivier Racoupeau | Rob Humphreys |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 16.80 m (55.1 ft) | 19.20 m (63.0 ft) |
| LWL | 14.20 m (46.6 ft) | 16.50 m (54.1 ft) |
| Beam | 4.75 m (15.6 ft) | 5.30 m (17.4 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 2.40 m (7.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 19,500 kg (42,990 lbs) | 32,000 kg (70,548 lbs) |
| Ballast | 6,800 kg (14,991 lbs) | 12,000 kg (26,455 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 120.0 m² (1,292 ft²) | 175.0 m² (1,884 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 110 HP | 180 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 580 L (153.2 gal) | 800 L (211.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 780 L (206.1 gal) | 1200 L (317.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2014 Amel 55 and 2014 Oyster 625 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2014 Amel 55 is a modern design by Amel from France, while the 2014 Oyster 625 is a modern offering from Oyster from UK. The 2014 Amel 55 was penned by Olivier Racoupeau. The 2014 Oyster 625 was designed by Rob Humphreys.
In terms of size, the 2014 Amel 55 measures 16.80m (55.1ft) overall with a beam of 4.75m, compared to the 2014 Oyster 625 at 19.20m (63.0ft) with a 5.30m beam. The 2014 Oyster 625 is 2.40m longer than the 2014 Amel 55. The 2014 Oyster 625 displaces approximately 64% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2014 Amel 55 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.82 and 120.0 m² of sail area. The 2014 Oyster 625, with an SA/D of 17.63 and 175.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2014 Oyster 625 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2014 Amel 55 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.71). The 2014 Oyster 625 has a comfort ratio of 17.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.67. The ballast ratios are 34.9% for the 2014 Amel 55 and 37.5% for the 2014 Oyster 625, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2014 Amel 55 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 780L of water capacity and 580L of fuel. The 2014 Oyster 625 offers 8 berths in 4 cabins with 1200L water and 800L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2014 Oyster 625 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 2014 Oyster 625 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2014 Oyster 625 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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