Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 vs 1982 Westerly Konsort — Comparison
1982 Westerly Konsort
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 | 1982 Westerly Konsort |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Westerly |
| Year | 2019 | 1982–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | UK |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.80 m (32.2 ft) | 9.50 m (31.2 ft) |
| LWL | 8.75 m (28.7 ft) | 7.70 m (25.3 ft) |
| Beam | 3.19 m (10.5 ft) | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,700 kg (10,362 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,300 kg (2,866 lbs) | 1,633 kg (3,600 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 43.0 m² (463 ft²) | 34.0 m² (366 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Bilge |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 68 L (18.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 and 1982 Westerly Konsort represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1982 Westerly Konsort is a 1980s offering from Westerly from UK. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1982 Westerly Konsort was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 measures 9.80m (32.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.19m, compared to the 1982 Westerly Konsort at 9.50m (31.2ft) with a 3.10m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 is 0.30m longer than the 1982 Westerly Konsort. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 displaces approximately 4% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.57 and 43.0 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 1982 Westerly Konsort has a comfort ratio of 22.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 27.7% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 and 36.0% for the 1982 Westerly Konsort, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 provides 6 berths in 1 cabin with 150L of water capacity and 100L 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 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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