2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 vs 2019 Amel 60 — Comparison
2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64
2019 Amel 60
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 | 2019 Amel 60 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hallberg-Rassy | Amel |
| Year | 2012–2020 | 2019 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | France |
| Designer | German Frers | Olivier Racoupeau |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 19.50 m (64.0 ft) | 18.40 m (60.4 ft) |
| LWL | 16.80 m (55.1 ft) | 16.00 m (52.5 ft) |
| Beam | 5.30 m (17.4 ft) | 5.10 m (16.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.70 m (8.9 ft) | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 30,000 kg (66,139 lbs) | 25,000 kg (55,116 lbs) |
| Ballast | 11,000 kg (24,251 lbs) | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 165.0 m² (1,776 ft²) | 150.0 m² (1,615 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 230 HP | 150 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 900 L (237.8 gal) | 800 L (211.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 1300 L (343.4 gal) | 1000 L (264.2 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 7 |
| Cabins | 4 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
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.