1983 Sabre 28 vs 1982 Westerly Konsort — Comparison
1983 Sabre 28
1982 Westerly Konsort
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1983 Sabre 28 | 1982 Westerly Konsort |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Sabre | Westerly |
| Year | 1983–1990 | 1982–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | UK |
| Designer | Roger Hewson | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 8.53 m (28.0 ft) | 9.50 m (31.2 ft) |
| LWL | 7.01 m (23.0 ft) | 7.70 m (25.3 ft) |
| Beam | 2.90 m (9.5 ft) | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,402 kg (7,500 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,361 kg (3,000 lbs) | 1,633 kg (3,600 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 35.3 m² (380 ft²) | 34.0 m² (366 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Bilge |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 45 L (11.9 gal) | 68 L (18.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1983 Sabre 28 and 1982 Westerly Konsort represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1983 Sabre 28 is a 1980s design by Sabre from USA, while the 1982 Westerly Konsort is a 1980s offering from Westerly from UK. The 1983 Sabre 28 was penned by Roger Hewson. The 1982 Westerly Konsort was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the 1983 Sabre 28 measures 8.53m (28.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.90m, compared to the 1982 Westerly Konsort at 9.50m (31.2ft) with a 3.10m beam. The 1982 Westerly Konsort is 0.97m longer than the 1983 Sabre 28. The 1982 Westerly Konsort displaces approximately 33% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1983 Sabre 28 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.86 and 35.3 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 1983 Sabre 28 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1983 Sabre 28 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 22.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). 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 1983 Sabre 28 and 36.0% for the 1982 Westerly Konsort, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1983 Sabre 28 provides 5 berths in 1 cabin with 76L of water capacity and 45L of fuel. The 1982 Westerly Konsort offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L water and 68L 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 1983 Sabre 28 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.