1999 Catalina 400 vs 2010 Oyster 475 — Comparison
1999 Catalina 400
2010 Oyster 475
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1999 Catalina 400 | 2010 Oyster 475 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | Oyster |
| Year | 1999–2006 | 2010–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | United Kingdom |
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | Rob Humphreys |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.12 m (39.8 ft) | 14.50 m (47.6 ft) |
| LWL | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) | 12.30 m (40.4 ft) |
| Beam | 3.86 m (12.7 ft) | 4.30 m (14.1 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,845 kg (19,500 lbs) | 13,500 kg (29,762 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,629 kg (8,001 lbs) | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 66.9 m² (720 ft²) | 95.0 m² (1,023 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 151 L (39.9 gal) | 280 L (74.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 303 L (80.0 gal) | 500 L (132.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1999 Catalina 400 and 2010 Oyster 475 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1999 Catalina 400 is a 1990s design by Catalina from USA, while the 2010 Oyster 475 is a modern offering from Oyster from United Kingdom. The 1999 Catalina 400 was penned by Gerry Douglas. The 2010 Oyster 475 was designed by Rob Humphreys.
In terms of size, the 1999 Catalina 400 measures 12.12m (39.8ft) overall with a beam of 3.86m, compared to the 2010 Oyster 475 at 14.50m (47.6ft) with a 4.30m beam. The 2010 Oyster 475 is 2.38m longer than the 1999 Catalina 400. The 2010 Oyster 475 displaces approximately 53% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1999 Catalina 400 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.89 and 66.9 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 2010 Oyster 475 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1999 Catalina 400 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The 2010 Oyster 475 has a comfort ratio of 17.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.72. The ballast ratios are 41.0% for the 1999 Catalina 400 and 37.8% for the 2010 Oyster 475, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1999 Catalina 400 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 303L of water capacity and 151L of fuel. The 2010 Oyster 475 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 500L water and 280L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1999 Catalina 400 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 2010 Oyster 475 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1999 Catalina 400 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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