1993 Nautor Swan 46 vs 2010 Oyster 475 — Comparison
1993 Nautor Swan 46
2010 Oyster 475
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1993 Nautor Swan 46 | 2010 Oyster 475 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Nautor Swan | Oyster |
| Year | 1993–2001 | 2010–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Finland | United Kingdom |
| Designer | German Frers | Rob Humphreys |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.05 m (46.1 ft) | 14.50 m (47.6 ft) |
| LWL | 11.28 m (37.0 ft) | 12.30 m (40.4 ft) |
| Beam | 4.09 m (13.4 ft) | 4.30 m (14.1 ft) |
| Draft | 2.35 m (7.7 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 12,247 kg (27,000 lbs) | 13,500 kg (29,762 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,990 kg (11,001 lbs) | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 92.0 m² (990 ft²) | 95.0 m² (1,023 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 220 L (58.1 gal) | 280 L (74.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 500 L (132.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1993 Nautor Swan 46 and 2010 Oyster 475 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1993 Nautor Swan 46 is a 1990s design by Nautor Swan from Finland, while the 2010 Oyster 475 is a modern offering from Oyster from United Kingdom. The 1993 Nautor Swan 46 was penned by German Frers. The 2010 Oyster 475 was designed by Rob Humphreys.
In terms of size, the 1993 Nautor Swan 46 measures 14.05m (46.1ft) overall with a beam of 4.09m, compared to the 2010 Oyster 475 at 14.50m (47.6ft) with a 4.30m beam. The 2010 Oyster 475 is 0.45m longer than the 1993 Nautor Swan 46. The 2010 Oyster 475 displaces approximately 10% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1993 Nautor Swan 46 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.59 and 92.0 m² of sail area. The 2010 Oyster 475, with an SA/D of 17.02 and 95.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 1993 Nautor Swan 46 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1993 Nautor Swan 46 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.71). The 2010 Oyster 475 has a comfort ratio of 17.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.72. The ballast ratios are 40.7% for the 1993 Nautor Swan 46 and 37.8% for the 2010 Oyster 475, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1993 Nautor Swan 46 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 400L of water capacity and 220L of fuel. The 2010 Oyster 475 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 500L water and 280L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1993 Nautor Swan 46 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 1993 Nautor Swan 46 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.