2015 Contest 62CS vs 2019 Amel 60 — Comparison
2015 Contest 62CS
2019 Amel 60
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2015 Contest 62CS | 2019 Amel 60 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Contest | Amel |
| Year | 2015 | 2019 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Netherlands | France |
| Designer | Dick Zaal | Olivier Racoupeau |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 18.90 m (62.0 ft) | 18.40 m (60.4 ft) |
| LWL | 16.00 m (52.5 ft) | 16.00 m (52.5 ft) |
| Beam | 5.10 m (16.7 ft) | 5.10 m (16.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.60 m (8.5 ft) | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 27,000 kg (59,525 lbs) | 25,000 kg (55,116 lbs) |
| Ballast | 10,000 kg (22,046 lbs) | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 152.0 m² (1,636 ft²) | 150.0 m² (1,615 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Steel | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 200 HP | 150 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 800 L (211.3 gal) | 800 L (211.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 1200 L (317.0 gal) | 1000 L (264.2 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 7 |
| Cabins | 4 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2015 Contest 62CS and 2019 Amel 60 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2015 Contest 62CS is a modern design by Contest from Netherlands, while the 2019 Amel 60 is a modern offering from Amel from France. The 2015 Contest 62CS was penned by Dick Zaal. The 2019 Amel 60 was designed by Olivier Racoupeau.
In terms of size, the 2015 Contest 62CS measures 18.90m (62.0ft) overall with a beam of 5.10m, compared to the 2019 Amel 60 at 18.40m (60.4ft) with a 5.10m beam. The 2015 Contest 62CS is 0.50m longer than the 2019 Amel 60. The 2015 Contest 62CS displaces approximately 8% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2015 Contest 62CS has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.15 and 152.0 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 2015 Contest 62CS offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.6) 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 37.0% for the 2015 Contest 62CS and 34.0% for the 2019 Amel 60, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2015 Contest 62CS provides 8 berths in 4 cabins with 1200L of water capacity and 800L of fuel. The 2019 Amel 60 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 1000L water and 800L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2015 Contest 62CS 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 2015 Contest 62CS offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.