Hunter 27 vs 1990 Westerly Oceanquest — Comparison
Hunter 27
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hunter 27 | 1990 Westerly Oceanquest |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Westerly |
| Year | 1992–1998 | 1990–1996 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | UK |
| Designer | Hunter Design Team | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) | 10.67 m (35.0 ft) |
| LWL | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) | 8.84 m (29.0 ft) |
| Beam | 2.79 m (9.2 ft) | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 2,495 kg (5,501 lbs) | 5,897 kg (13,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 907 kg (2,000 lbs) | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 33.0 m² (355 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Bilge |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 12 HP | 23 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 45 L (11.9 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 68 L (18.0 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 7 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hunter 27 and 1990 Westerly Oceanquest represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hunter 27 is a 1990s design by Hunter from USA, while the 1990 Westerly Oceanquest is a 1990s offering from Westerly from UK. The Hunter 27 was penned by Hunter Design Team. The 1990 Westerly Oceanquest was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the Hunter 27 measures 8.23m (27.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.79m, compared to the 1990 Westerly Oceanquest at 10.67m (35.0ft) with a 3.40m beam. The 1990 Westerly Oceanquest is 2.44m longer than the Hunter 27. The 1990 Westerly Oceanquest displaces approximately 136% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hunter 27 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.23 and 33.0 m² of sail area. The 1990 Westerly Oceanquest, with an SA/D of 14.32 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Hunter 27 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hunter 27 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.82). The 1990 Westerly Oceanquest has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 36.4% for the Hunter 27 and 38.5% for the 1990 Westerly Oceanquest, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hunter 27 provides 5 berths in 1 cabin with 68L of water capacity and 45L of fuel. The 1990 Westerly Oceanquest offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1990 Westerly Oceanquest 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 Hunter 27 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1990 Westerly Oceanquest offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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