1975 C&C 30 vs 1979 Westerly Fulmar — Comparison
1975 C&C 30
1979 Westerly Fulmar
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1975 C&C 30 | 1979 Westerly Fulmar |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | C&C Yachts | Westerly |
| Year | 1975–1980 | 1979–1986 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Canada | UK |
| Designer | Cuthbertson & Cassian | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) |
| LWL | 7.92 m (26.0 ft) | 8.00 m (26.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) | 3.20 m (10.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,856 kg (8,501 lbs) | 4,990 kg (11,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,588 kg (3,501 lbs) | 1,814 kg (3,999 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 41.8 m² (450 ft²) | 36.0 m² (388 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Bilge |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 68 L (18.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 136 L (35.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1975 C&C 30 and 1979 Westerly Fulmar represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1975 C&C 30 is a 1970s design by C&C Yachts from Canada, while the 1979 Westerly Fulmar is a 1970s offering from Westerly from UK. The 1975 C&C 30 was penned by Cuthbertson & Cassian. The 1979 Westerly Fulmar was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the 1975 C&C 30 measures 9.14m (30.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.15m, compared to the 1979 Westerly Fulmar at 9.75m (32.0ft) with a 3.20m beam. The 1979 Westerly Fulmar is 0.61m longer than the 1975 C&C 30. The 1979 Westerly Fulmar displaces approximately 29% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1975 C&C 30 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.27 and 41.8 m² of sail area. The 1979 Westerly Fulmar, with an SA/D of 12.53 and 36.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 1975 C&C 30 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1975 C&C 30 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The 1979 Westerly Fulmar has a comfort ratio of 22.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 41.2% for the 1975 C&C 30 and 36.4% for the 1979 Westerly Fulmar, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1975 C&C 30 provides 6 berths in 1 cabin with 76L of water capacity and 57L of fuel. The 1979 Westerly Fulmar offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 136L water and 68L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1979 Westerly Fulmar 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 1975 C&C 30 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.