1972 Contest 31 vs 1982 Westerly Konsort — Comparison
1972 Contest 31
1982 Westerly Konsort
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1972 Contest 31 | 1982 Westerly Konsort |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Contest | Westerly |
| Year | 1972–1982 | 1982–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Netherlands | UK |
| Designer | Dick Zaal | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 9.50 m (31.2 ft) |
| LWL | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) | 7.70 m (25.3 ft) |
| Beam | 3.05 m (10.0 ft) | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,814 kg (3,999 lbs) | 1,633 kg (3,600 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 39.5 m² (425 ft²) | 34.0 m² (366 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Steel | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Bilge |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 68 L (18.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1972 Contest 31 and 1982 Westerly Konsort represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1972 Contest 31 is a 1970s design by Contest from Netherlands, while the 1982 Westerly Konsort is a 1980s offering from Westerly from UK. The 1972 Contest 31 was penned by Dick Zaal. The 1982 Westerly Konsort was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the 1972 Contest 31 measures 9.45m (31.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.05m, compared to the 1982 Westerly Konsort at 9.50m (31.2ft) with a 3.10m beam. The 1982 Westerly Konsort is 0.05m longer than the 1972 Contest 31.
Looking at performance, the 1972 Contest 31 has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.65 and 39.5 m² of sail area. The 1982 Westerly Konsort, with an SA/D of 12.61 and 34.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 1972 Contest 31 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1972 Contest 31 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 23.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.74). The 1982 Westerly Konsort has a comfort ratio of 22.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1972 Contest 31 and 36.0% for the 1982 Westerly Konsort, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1972 Contest 31 provides 5 berths in 2 cabins with 150L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The 1982 Westerly Konsort offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L water and 68L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1972 Contest 31 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 1972 Contest 31 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1982 Westerly Konsort offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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