Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) vs 1990 Westerly Oceanquest — Comparison

Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022)
VS
1990 Westerly Oceanquest

Specifications Side by Side

SpecificationJeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022)1990 Westerly Oceanquest
General
ManufacturerJeanneauWesterly
Year20221990–1996
TypeSloopSloop
CountryFranceUK
DesignerMarc LombardEd Dubois
Dimensions
LOA12.35 m (40.5 ft)10.67 m (35.0 ft)
LWL11.10 m (36.4 ft)8.84 m (29.0 ft)
Beam3.99 m (13.1 ft)3.40 m (11.2 ft)
Draft2.15 m (7.1 ft)1.07 m (3.5 ft)
Weight
Displacement8,600 kg (18,960 lbs)5,897 kg (13,001 lbs)
Ballast2,750 kg (6,063 lbs)2,268 kg (5,000 lbs)
Sailing
Sail Area72.0 m² (775 ft²)46.0 m² (495 ft²)
Hull MaterialFiberglassFiberglass
Keel TypeFinBilge
Engine & Tanks
Engine40 HP23 HP
Fuel Capacity200 L (52.8 gal)100 L (26.4 gal)
Water Capacity350 L (92.5 gal)200 L (52.8 gal)
Accommodation
Berths87
Cabins32

Performance Comparison

SA/D Ratio (Higher = more sail power per displacement)
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022)
17.43
1990 Westerly Oceanquest
14.32
Ballast Ratio (Higher = more stability)
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022)
31.98
1990 Westerly Oceanquest
38.46
Capsize Ratio (Lower = safer offshore)
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022)
0.78
1990 Westerly Oceanquest
0.75
Comfort Ratio (Higher = gentler motion)
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022)
15.88
1990 Westerly Oceanquest
20.14

Detailed Comparison

The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) and 1990 Westerly Oceanquest represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1990 Westerly Oceanquest is a 1990s offering from Westerly from UK. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1990 Westerly Oceanquest was designed by Ed Dubois.

In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) measures 12.35m (40.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.99m, compared to the 1990 Westerly Oceanquest at 10.67m (35.0ft) with a 3.40m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) is 1.68m longer than the 1990 Westerly Oceanquest. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) displaces approximately 46% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.

Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.43 and 72.0 m² of sail area. The 1990 Westerly Oceanquest, with an SA/D of 14.32 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.

For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1990 Westerly Oceanquest has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 32.0% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) and 38.5% for the 1990 Westerly Oceanquest, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.

Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The 1990 Westerly Oceanquest offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 100L fuel capacity.

Verdict

For cruising: The 1990 Westerly Oceanquest 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 410 (2022) has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.

For liveaboard: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 410 (2022) 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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