1988 Swan 38 vs 1982 Westerly Konsort — Comparison
1988 Swan 38
1982 Westerly Konsort
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1988 Swan 38 | 1982 Westerly Konsort |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Nautor Swan | Westerly |
| Year | 1988–1993 | 1982–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Finland | UK |
| Designer | German Frers | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.55 m (37.9 ft) | 9.50 m (31.2 ft) |
| LWL | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 7.70 m (25.3 ft) |
| Beam | 3.55 m (11.6 ft) | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,484 kg (16,499 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) | 1,633 kg (3,600 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 63.2 m² (680 ft²) | 34.0 m² (366 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Bilge |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 35 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 68 L (18.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1988 Swan 38 and 1982 Westerly Konsort represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1988 Swan 38 is a 1980s design by Nautor Swan from Finland, while the 1982 Westerly Konsort is a 1980s offering from Westerly from UK. The 1988 Swan 38 was penned by German Frers. The 1982 Westerly Konsort was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the 1988 Swan 38 measures 11.55m (37.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.55m, compared to the 1982 Westerly Konsort at 9.50m (31.2ft) with a 3.10m beam. The 1988 Swan 38 is 2.05m longer than the 1982 Westerly Konsort. The 1988 Swan 38 displaces approximately 65% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1988 Swan 38 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.78 and 63.2 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 1988 Swan 38 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1988 Swan 38 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 21.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.73). The 1982 Westerly Konsort has a comfort ratio of 22.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 42.4% for the 1988 Swan 38 and 36.0% for the 1982 Westerly Konsort, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1988 Swan 38 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 120L 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 1988 Swan 38 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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