2005 Oyster 54 vs 2018 Oyster 745 — Comparison
2005 Oyster 54
2018 Oyster 745
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2005 Oyster 54 | 2018 Oyster 745 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Oyster | Oyster |
| Year | 2005–2012 | 2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | United Kingdom | UK |
| Designer | Rob Humphreys | Rob Humphreys |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 16.46 m (54.0 ft) | 22.70 m (74.5 ft) |
| LWL | 13.70 m (44.9 ft) | 19.80 m (65.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.60 m (15.1 ft) | 5.80 m (19.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) | 2.75 m (9.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 19,000 kg (41,888 lbs) | 42,000 kg (92,594 lbs) |
| Ballast | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) | 15,000 kg (33,069 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 120.0 m² (1,292 ft²) | 220.0 m² (2,368 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass/Carbon |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 130 HP | 240 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 420 L (111.0 gal) | 1200 L (317.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 750 L (198.1 gal) | 1500 L (396.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2005 Oyster 54 and 2018 Oyster 745 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2005 Oyster 54 is a 2000s design by Oyster from United Kingdom, while the 2018 Oyster 745 is a modern offering from Oyster from UK. The 2005 Oyster 54 was penned by Rob Humphreys. The 2018 Oyster 745 was designed by Rob Humphreys.
In terms of size, the 2005 Oyster 54 measures 16.46m (54.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.60m, compared to the 2018 Oyster 745 at 22.70m (74.5ft) with a 5.80m beam. The 2018 Oyster 745 is 6.24m longer than the 2005 Oyster 54. The 2018 Oyster 745 displaces approximately 121% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2005 Oyster 54 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.12 and 120.0 m² of sail area. The 2018 Oyster 745, with an SA/D of 18.49 and 220.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2018 Oyster 745 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2005 Oyster 54 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.69). The 2018 Oyster 745 has a comfort ratio of 14.5 and a capsize screening value of 0.67. The ballast ratios are 37.9% for the 2005 Oyster 54 and 35.7% for the 2018 Oyster 745, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2005 Oyster 54 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 750L of water capacity and 420L of fuel. The 2018 Oyster 745 offers 8 berths in 4 cabins with 1500L water and 1200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2005 Oyster 54 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 2018 Oyster 745 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.