2013 Oyster 485 vs 1986 Westerly Oceanlord — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2013 Oyster 485 | 1986 Westerly Oceanlord |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Oyster | Westerly |
| Year | 2013–2020 | 1986–1992 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | United Kingdom | UK |
| Designer | Rob Humphreys | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.85 m (48.7 ft) | 12.04 m (39.5 ft) |
| LWL | 12.70 m (41.7 ft) | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.38 m (14.4 ft) | 3.81 m (12.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,200 kg (31,306 lbs) | 9,980 kg (22,002 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,400 kg (11,905 lbs) | 3,629 kg (8,001 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 98.0 m² (1,055 ft²) | 68.0 m² (732 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 110 HP | 50 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 182 L (48.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 550 L (145.3 gal) | 340 L (89.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2013 Oyster 485 and 1986 Westerly Oceanlord represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2013 Oyster 485 is a modern design by Oyster from United Kingdom, while the 1986 Westerly Oceanlord is a 1980s offering from Westerly from UK. The 2013 Oyster 485 was penned by Rob Humphreys. The 1986 Westerly Oceanlord was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the 2013 Oyster 485 measures 14.85m (48.7ft) overall with a beam of 4.38m, compared to the 1986 Westerly Oceanlord at 12.04m (39.5ft) with a 3.81m beam. The 2013 Oyster 485 is 2.81m longer than the 1986 Westerly Oceanlord. The 2013 Oyster 485 displaces approximately 42% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2013 Oyster 485 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.98 and 98.0 m² of sail area. The 1986 Westerly Oceanlord, with an SA/D of 14.90 and 68.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 2013 Oyster 485 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2013 Oyster 485 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The 1986 Westerly Oceanlord has a comfort ratio of 23.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.71. The ballast ratios are 38.0% for the 2013 Oyster 485 and 36.4% for the 1986 Westerly Oceanlord, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2013 Oyster 485 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 550L of water capacity and 300L of fuel. The 1986 Westerly Oceanlord offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 340L water and 182L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1986 Westerly Oceanlord 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 2013 Oyster 485 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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