1982 Westerly Konsort vs 1972 Ericson 32 — Comparison
1982 Westerly Konsort
1972 Ericson 32
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1982 Westerly Konsort | 1972 Ericson 32 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Westerly | Ericson |
| Year | 1982–1990 | 1972–1978 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | UK | USA |
| Designer | Ed Dubois | Bruce King |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.50 m (31.2 ft) | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) |
| LWL | 7.70 m (25.3 ft) | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) | 3.05 m (10.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) | 4,309 kg (9,500 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,633 kg (3,600 lbs) | 1,814 kg (3,999 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 34.0 m² (366 ft²) | 39.0 m² (420 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Bilge | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 68 L (18.0 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1982 Westerly Konsort and 1972 Ericson 32 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1982 Westerly Konsort is a 1980s design by Westerly from UK, while the 1972 Ericson 32 is a 1970s offering from Ericson from USA. The 1982 Westerly Konsort was penned by Ed Dubois. The 1972 Ericson 32 was designed by Bruce King.
In terms of size, the 1982 Westerly Konsort measures 9.50m (31.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.10m, compared to the 1972 Ericson 32 at 9.75m (32.0ft) with a 3.05m beam. The 1972 Ericson 32 is 0.25m longer than the 1982 Westerly Konsort. The 1982 Westerly Konsort displaces approximately 5% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1982 Westerly Konsort has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 12.61 and 34.0 m² of sail area. The 1972 Ericson 32, with an SA/D of 14.97 and 39.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 1972 Ericson 32 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1982 Westerly Konsort offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 22.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The 1972 Ericson 32 has a comfort ratio of 22.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 36.0% for the 1982 Westerly Konsort and 42.1% for the 1972 Ericson 32, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1982 Westerly Konsort provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 68L of fuel. The 1972 Ericson 32 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 95L water and 57L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1982 Westerly Konsort 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 Ericson 32 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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