Dufour 382 Grand Large vs 1991 Westerly Seahawk — Comparison
1991 Westerly Seahawk
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Dufour 382 Grand Large | 1991 Westerly Seahawk |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | Westerly |
| Year | 2014–2018 | 1991–1997 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | UK |
| Designer | Felci Yacht Design | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.55 m (37.9 ft) | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.25 m (33.6 ft) | 8.53 m (28.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) | 6,123 kg (13,499 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) | 2,495 kg (5,501 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 28 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 140 L (37.0 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 260 L (68.7 gal) | 220 L (58.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Dufour 382 Grand Large and 1991 Westerly Seahawk represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Dufour 382 Grand Large is a modern design by Dufour from France, while the 1991 Westerly Seahawk is a 1990s offering from Westerly from UK. The Dufour 382 Grand Large was penned by Felci Yacht Design. The 1991 Westerly Seahawk was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the Dufour 382 Grand Large measures 11.55m (37.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the 1991 Westerly Seahawk at 10.36m (34.0ft) with a 3.35m beam. The Dufour 382 Grand Large is 1.19m longer than the 1991 Westerly Seahawk. The Dufour 382 Grand Large displaces approximately 18% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Dufour 382 Grand Large has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.17 and 63.0 m² of sail area. The 1991 Westerly Seahawk, with an SA/D of 14.57 and 48.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Dufour 382 Grand Large has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Dufour 382 Grand Large offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 1991 Westerly Seahawk has a comfort ratio of 22.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 30.6% for the Dufour 382 Grand Large and 40.8% for the 1991 Westerly Seahawk, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Dufour 382 Grand Large provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 260L of water capacity and 140L of fuel. The 1991 Westerly Seahawk offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 220L water and 114L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1991 Westerly Seahawk 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 382 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: The 1991 Westerly Seahawk offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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