2010 Oyster 475 vs 2005 Contest 46CS — Comparison
2010 Oyster 475
2005 Contest 46CS
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Oyster 475 | 2005 Contest 46CS |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Oyster | Contest |
| Year | 2010–2018 | 2005–2015 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | United Kingdom | Netherlands |
| Designer | Rob Humphreys | Dick Zaal |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.50 m (47.6 ft) | 14.10 m (46.3 ft) |
| LWL | 12.30 m (40.4 ft) | 11.60 m (38.1 ft) |
| Beam | 4.30 m (14.1 ft) | 4.15 m (13.6 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 13,500 kg (29,762 lbs) | 13,500 kg (29,762 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 95.0 m² (1,023 ft²) | 93.0 m² (1,001 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Steel |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 280 L (74.0 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 500 L (132.1 gal) | 550 L (145.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Oyster 475 and 2005 Contest 46CS represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Oyster 475 is a modern design by Oyster from United Kingdom, while the 2005 Contest 46CS is a 2000s offering from Contest from Netherlands. The 2010 Oyster 475 was penned by Rob Humphreys. The 2005 Contest 46CS was designed by Dick Zaal.
In terms of size, the 2010 Oyster 475 measures 14.50m (47.6ft) overall with a beam of 4.30m, compared to the 2005 Contest 46CS at 14.10m (46.3ft) with a 4.15m beam. The 2010 Oyster 475 is 0.40m longer than the 2005 Contest 46CS.
Looking at performance, the 2010 Oyster 475 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.02 and 95.0 m² of sail area. The 2005 Contest 46CS, with an SA/D of 16.66 and 93.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2010 Oyster 475 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2010 Oyster 475 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The 2005 Contest 46CS has a comfort ratio of 20.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.70. The ballast ratios are 37.8% for the 2010 Oyster 475 and 38.5% for the 2005 Contest 46CS, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2010 Oyster 475 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 500L of water capacity and 280L of fuel. The 2005 Contest 46CS offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 550L water and 350L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2005 Contest 46CS 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: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.