1985 Westerly Storm 33 vs 2013 Dehler 41 — Comparison
1985 Westerly Storm 33
2013 Dehler 41
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1985 Westerly Storm 33 | 2013 Dehler 41 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Westerly | Dehler |
| Year | 1985–1990 | 2013–2019 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | UK | Germany |
| Designer | Ed Dubois | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) | 12.35 m (40.5 ft) |
| LWL | 8.38 m (27.5 ft) | 11.00 m (36.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) | 3.80 m (12.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,216 kg (11,499 lbs) | 7,800 kg (17,196 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,177 kg (4,799 lbs) | 2,600 kg (5,732 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 45.0 m² (484 ft²) | 74.0 m² (797 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Bilge | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 22 HP | 30 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1985 Westerly Storm 33 and 2013 Dehler 41 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1985 Westerly Storm 33 is a 1980s design by Westerly from UK, while the 2013 Dehler 41 is a modern offering from Dehler from Germany. The 1985 Westerly Storm 33 was penned by Ed Dubois. The 2013 Dehler 41 was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the 1985 Westerly Storm 33 measures 10.06m (33.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.35m, compared to the 2013 Dehler 41 at 12.35m (40.5ft) with a 3.80m beam. The 2013 Dehler 41 is 2.29m longer than the 1985 Westerly Storm 33. The 2013 Dehler 41 displaces approximately 50% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1985 Westerly Storm 33 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.20 and 45.0 m² of sail area. The 2013 Dehler 41, with an SA/D of 19.11 and 74.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2013 Dehler 41 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1985 Westerly Storm 33 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 20.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 2013 Dehler 41 has a comfort ratio of 15.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 41.7% for the 1985 Westerly Storm 33 and 33.3% for the 2013 Dehler 41, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1985 Westerly Storm 33 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 76L of fuel. The 2013 Dehler 41 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 170L water and 80L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1985 Westerly Storm 33 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 2013 Dehler 41 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2013 Dehler 41 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.