2008 Oyster 56 vs 2018 Oyster 82 — Comparison
2008 Oyster 56
2018 Oyster 82
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2008 Oyster 56 | 2018 Oyster 82 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Oyster | Oyster |
| Year | 2008–2015 | 2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Designer | Rob Humphreys | Rob Humphreys |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 17.10 m (56.1 ft) | 25.00 m (82.0 ft) |
| LWL | 14.30 m (46.9 ft) | 21.00 m (68.9 ft) |
| Beam | 4.72 m (15.5 ft) | 6.10 m (20.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.35 m (7.7 ft) | 3.00 m (9.8 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 21,000 kg (46,297 lbs) | 52,000 kg (114,640 lbs) |
| Ballast | 7,800 kg (17,196 lbs) | 19,000 kg (41,888 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 128.0 m² (1,378 ft²) | 240.0 m² (2,583 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 150 HP | 380 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 500 L (132.1 gal) | 1500 L (396.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 850 L (224.5 gal) | 2000 L (528.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 10 |
| Cabins | 4 | 5 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2008 Oyster 56 and 2018 Oyster 82 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2008 Oyster 56 is a 2000s design by Oyster from United Kingdom, while the 2018 Oyster 82 is a modern offering from Oyster from United Kingdom. The 2008 Oyster 56 was penned by Rob Humphreys. The 2018 Oyster 82 was designed by Rob Humphreys.
In terms of size, the 2008 Oyster 56 measures 17.10m (56.1ft) overall with a beam of 4.72m, compared to the 2018 Oyster 82 at 25.00m (82.0ft) with a 6.10m beam. The 2018 Oyster 82 is 7.90m longer than the 2008 Oyster 56. The 2018 Oyster 82 displaces approximately 148% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2008 Oyster 56 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.08 and 128.0 m² of sail area. The 2018 Oyster 82, with an SA/D of 17.49 and 240.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2018 Oyster 82 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2008 Oyster 56 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.69). The 2018 Oyster 82 has a comfort ratio of 14.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.66. The ballast ratios are 37.1% for the 2008 Oyster 56 and 36.5% for the 2018 Oyster 82, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2008 Oyster 56 provides 8 berths in 4 cabins with 850L of water capacity and 500L of fuel. The 2018 Oyster 82 offers 10 berths in 5 cabins with 2000L water and 1500L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2008 Oyster 56 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 82 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2018 Oyster 82 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.