Dufour 375 Grand Large vs 1982 Westerly Konsort — Comparison
1982 Westerly Konsort
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Dufour 375 Grand Large | 1982 Westerly Konsort |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | Westerly |
| Year | 2009–2013 | 1982–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | UK |
| Designer | Felci Yacht Design | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.38 m (37.3 ft) | 9.50 m (31.2 ft) |
| LWL | 10.05 m (33.0 ft) | 7.70 m (25.3 ft) |
| Beam | 3.65 m (12.0 ft) | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,800 kg (14,991 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) | 1,633 kg (3,600 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 61.0 m² (657 ft²) | 34.0 m² (366 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Bilge |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 68 L (18.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 240 L (63.4 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Dufour 375 Grand Large and 1982 Westerly Konsort represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Dufour 375 Grand Large is a 2000s design by Dufour from France, while the 1982 Westerly Konsort is a 1980s offering from Westerly from UK. The Dufour 375 Grand Large was penned by Felci Yacht Design. The 1982 Westerly Konsort was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the Dufour 375 Grand Large measures 11.38m (37.3ft) overall with a beam of 3.65m, compared to the 1982 Westerly Konsort at 9.50m (31.2ft) with a 3.10m beam. The Dufour 375 Grand Large is 1.88m longer than the 1982 Westerly Konsort. The Dufour 375 Grand Large displaces approximately 50% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Dufour 375 Grand Large has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.27 and 61.0 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 Dufour 375 Grand Large has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Dufour 375 Grand Large offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 1982 Westerly Konsort has a comfort ratio of 22.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the Dufour 375 Grand Large and 36.0% for the 1982 Westerly Konsort, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Dufour 375 Grand Large provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 240L of water capacity and 130L 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 Dufour 375 Grand Large 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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