Hanse 342 vs 1982 Westerly Konsort — Comparison
Hanse 342
1982 Westerly Konsort
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 342 | 1982 Westerly Konsort |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Westerly |
| Year | 2006–2010 | 1982–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | UK |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.30 m (33.8 ft) | 9.50 m (31.2 ft) |
| LWL | 9.20 m (30.2 ft) | 7.70 m (25.3 ft) |
| Beam | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,300 kg (11,684 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,650 kg (3,638 lbs) | 1,633 kg (3,600 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) | 34.0 m² (366 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Bilge |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 68 L (18.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 180 L (47.6 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 342 and 1982 Westerly Konsort represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 342 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the 1982 Westerly Konsort is a 1980s offering from Westerly from UK. The Hanse 342 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 1982 Westerly Konsort was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the Hanse 342 measures 10.30m (33.8ft) overall with a beam of 3.40m, compared to the 1982 Westerly Konsort at 9.50m (31.2ft) with a 3.10m beam. The Hanse 342 is 0.80m longer than the 1982 Westerly Konsort. The Hanse 342 displaces approximately 17% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 342 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.38 and 52.0 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 Hanse 342 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 342 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1982 Westerly Konsort has a comfort ratio of 22.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 31.1% for the Hanse 342 and 36.0% for the 1982 Westerly Konsort, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 342 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 180L of water capacity and 100L 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 Hanse 342 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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