1992 Amel Super Maramu vs 2005 Amel 54 — Comparison
1992 Amel Super Maramu
2005 Amel 54
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1992 Amel Super Maramu | 2005 Amel 54 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Amel | Amel |
| Year | 1992–2007 | 2005–2017 |
| Type | Ketch | Ketch |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Henri Amel | Henri Amel |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 16.15 m (53.0 ft) | 16.50 m (54.1 ft) |
| LWL | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) | 13.80 m (45.3 ft) |
| Beam | 4.50 m (14.8 ft) | 4.68 m (15.4 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 17,000 kg (37,479 lbs) | 20,000 kg (44,092 lbs) |
| Ballast | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) | 7,500 kg (16,535 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 102.0 m² (1,098 ft²) | 117.0 m² (1,259 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 500 L (132.1 gal) | 600 L (158.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 700 L (184.9 gal) | 800 L (211.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1992 Amel Super Maramu and 2005 Amel 54 represent two takes on ketch-rigged sailing. The 1992 Amel Super Maramu is a 1990s design by Amel from France, while the 2005 Amel 54 is a 2000s offering from Amel from France. The 1992 Amel Super Maramu was penned by Henri Amel. The 2005 Amel 54 was designed by Henri Amel.
In terms of size, the 1992 Amel Super Maramu measures 16.15m (53.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.50m, compared to the 2005 Amel 54 at 16.50m (54.1ft) with a 4.68m beam. The 2005 Amel 54 is 0.35m longer than the 1992 Amel Super Maramu. The 2005 Amel 54 displaces approximately 18% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1992 Amel Super Maramu has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.67 and 102.0 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 1992 Amel Super Maramu offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.70). The 2005 Amel 54 has a comfort ratio of 18.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.69. The ballast ratios are 36.5% for the 1992 Amel Super Maramu and 37.5% for the 2005 Amel 54, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1992 Amel Super Maramu provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 700L of water capacity and 500L of fuel. The 2005 Amel 54 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 800L water and 600L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1992 Amel Super 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.