2005 Amel 54 vs 2019 Amel 60 — Comparison
2005 Amel 54
2019 Amel 60
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2005 Amel 54 | 2019 Amel 60 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Amel | Amel |
| Year | 2005–2017 | 2019 |
| Type | Ketch | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Henri Amel | Olivier Racoupeau |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 16.50 m (54.1 ft) | 18.40 m (60.4 ft) |
| LWL | 13.80 m (45.3 ft) | 16.00 m (52.5 ft) |
| Beam | 4.68 m (15.4 ft) | 5.10 m (16.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 20,000 kg (44,092 lbs) | 25,000 kg (55,116 lbs) |
| Ballast | 7,500 kg (16,535 lbs) | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 117.0 m² (1,259 ft²) | 150.0 m² (1,615 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 110 HP | 150 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 600 L (158.5 gal) | 800 L (211.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 800 L (211.3 gal) | 1000 L (264.2 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2005 Amel 54 and 2019 Amel 60 represent different approaches to sailboat design. The 2005 Amel 54 is a 2000s design by Amel from France, while the 2019 Amel 60 is a modern offering from Amel from France. The 2005 Amel 54 was penned by Henri Amel. The 2019 Amel 60 was designed by Olivier Racoupeau.
In terms of size, the 2005 Amel 54 measures 16.50m (54.1ft) overall with a beam of 4.68m, compared to the 2019 Amel 60 at 18.40m (60.4ft) with a 5.10m beam. The 2019 Amel 60 is 1.90m longer than the 2005 Amel 54. The 2019 Amel 60 displaces approximately 25% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2005 Amel 54 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.13 and 117.0 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 2005 Amel 54 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.69). The 2019 Amel 60 has a comfort ratio of 15.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.70. The ballast ratios are 37.5% for the 2005 Amel 54 and 34.0% for the 2019 Amel 60, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2005 Amel 54 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 800L of water capacity and 600L of fuel. The 2019 Amel 60 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 1000L water and 800L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2005 Amel 54 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: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.