2010 Oyster 625 vs 2015 Contest 62CS — Comparison
2010 Oyster 625
2015 Contest 62CS
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Oyster 625 | 2015 Contest 62CS |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Oyster | Contest |
| Year | 2010–2018 | 2015 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | United Kingdom | Netherlands |
| Designer | Rob Humphreys | Dick Zaal |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 19.00 m (62.3 ft) | 18.90 m (62.0 ft) |
| LWL | 16.00 m (52.5 ft) | 16.00 m (52.5 ft) |
| Beam | 5.10 m (16.7 ft) | 5.10 m (16.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.55 m (8.4 ft) | 2.60 m (8.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 28,000 kg (61,729 lbs) | 27,000 kg (59,525 lbs) |
| Ballast | 10,500 kg (23,149 lbs) | 10,000 kg (22,046 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 155.0 m² (1,668 ft²) | 152.0 m² (1,636 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Steel |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 200 HP | 200 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 700 L (184.9 gal) | 800 L (211.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 1100 L (290.6 gal) | 1200 L (317.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 4 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Oyster 625 and 2015 Contest 62CS represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Oyster 625 is a modern design by Oyster from United Kingdom, while the 2015 Contest 62CS is a modern offering from Contest from Netherlands. The 2010 Oyster 625 was penned by Rob Humphreys. The 2015 Contest 62CS was designed by Dick Zaal.
In terms of size, the 2010 Oyster 625 measures 19.00m (62.3ft) overall with a beam of 5.10m, compared to the 2015 Contest 62CS at 18.90m (62.0ft) with a 5.10m beam. The 2010 Oyster 625 is 0.10m longer than the 2015 Contest 62CS. The 2010 Oyster 625 displaces approximately 4% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2010 Oyster 625 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.07 and 155.0 m² of sail area. The 2015 Contest 62CS, with an SA/D of 17.15 and 152.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2015 Contest 62CS has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2010 Oyster 625 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.67). The 2015 Contest 62CS has a comfort ratio of 16.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.68. The ballast ratios are 37.5% for the 2010 Oyster 625 and 37.0% for the 2015 Contest 62CS, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2010 Oyster 625 provides 8 berths in 4 cabins with 1100L of water capacity and 700L of fuel. The 2015 Contest 62CS offers 8 berths in 4 cabins with 1200L water and 800L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2010 Oyster 625 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 2015 Contest 62CS 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.