2019 Amel 60 vs 2014 Oyster 625 — Comparison
2019 Amel 60
2014 Oyster 625
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2019 Amel 60 | 2014 Oyster 625 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Amel | Oyster |
| Year | 2019 | 2014–2020 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | UK |
| Designer | Olivier Racoupeau | Rob Humphreys |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 18.40 m (60.4 ft) | 19.20 m (63.0 ft) |
| LWL | 16.00 m (52.5 ft) | 16.50 m (54.1 ft) |
| Beam | 5.10 m (16.7 ft) | 5.30 m (17.4 ft) |
| Draft | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) | 2.40 m (7.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 25,000 kg (55,116 lbs) | 32,000 kg (70,548 lbs) |
| Ballast | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) | 12,000 kg (26,455 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 150.0 m² (1,615 ft²) | 175.0 m² (1,884 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 150 HP | 180 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 800 L (211.3 gal) | 800 L (211.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 1000 L (264.2 gal) | 1200 L (317.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2019 Amel 60 and 2014 Oyster 625 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2019 Amel 60 is a modern design by Amel from France, while the 2014 Oyster 625 is a modern offering from Oyster from UK. The 2019 Amel 60 was penned by Olivier Racoupeau. The 2014 Oyster 625 was designed by Rob Humphreys.
In terms of size, the 2019 Amel 60 measures 18.40m (60.4ft) overall with a beam of 5.10m, compared to the 2014 Oyster 625 at 19.20m (63.0ft) with a 5.30m beam. The 2014 Oyster 625 is 0.80m longer than the 2019 Amel 60. The 2014 Oyster 625 displaces approximately 28% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2019 Amel 60 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.82 and 150.0 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 2019 Amel 60 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2019 Amel 60 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.70). The 2014 Oyster 625 has a comfort ratio of 17.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.67. The ballast ratios are 34.0% for the 2019 Amel 60 and 37.5% for the 2014 Oyster 625, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2019 Amel 60 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 1000L of water capacity and 800L 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 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 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.