1977 Morgan 382 vs 1991 Westerly Seahawk — Comparison
1977 Morgan 382
1991 Westerly Seahawk
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1977 Morgan 382 | 1991 Westerly Seahawk |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Morgan | Westerly |
| Year | 1977–1983 | 1991–1997 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | UK |
| Designer | Charley Morgan | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 8.53 m (28.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.51 m (11.5 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,484 kg (16,499 lbs) | 6,123 kg (13,499 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,948 kg (6,499 lbs) | 2,495 kg (5,501 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 60.4 m² (650 ft²) | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 28 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 220 L (58.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1977 Morgan 382 and 1991 Westerly Seahawk represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1977 Morgan 382 is a 1970s design by Morgan from USA, while the 1991 Westerly Seahawk is a 1990s offering from Westerly from UK. The 1977 Morgan 382 was penned by Charley Morgan. The 1991 Westerly Seahawk was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the 1977 Morgan 382 measures 11.58m (38.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.51m, compared to the 1991 Westerly Seahawk at 10.36m (34.0ft) with a 3.35m beam. The 1977 Morgan 382 is 1.22m longer than the 1991 Westerly Seahawk. The 1977 Morgan 382 displaces approximately 22% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1977 Morgan 382 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.04 and 60.4 m² of sail area. The 1991 Westerly Seahawk, with an SA/D of 14.57 and 48.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 1977 Morgan 382 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1977 Morgan 382 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 21.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The 1991 Westerly Seahawk has a comfort ratio of 22.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 39.4% for the 1977 Morgan 382 and 40.8% for the 1991 Westerly Seahawk, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1977 Morgan 382 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 189L of water capacity and 114L of fuel. The 1991 Westerly Seahawk offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 220L water and 114L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1991 Westerly Seahawk 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 1977 Morgan 382 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.
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