1972 Morgan 30 vs 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1972 Morgan 30 | 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Morgan | Morgan |
| Year | 1972–1977 | 1972–1980 |
| Type | Sloop | Ketch |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Charley Morgan | Charlie Morgan |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) |
| LWL | 7.16 m (23.5 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| Beam | 2.97 m (9.7 ft) | 3.66 m (12.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,856 kg (8,501 lbs) | 9,525 kg (20,999 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,497 kg (3,300 lbs) | 3,629 kg (8,001 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 37.2 m² (400 ft²) | 68.0 m² (732 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | 50 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 227 L (60.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 380 L (100.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 1 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1972 Morgan 30 and 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 represent different approaches to sailboat design. The 1972 Morgan 30 is a 1970s design by Morgan from USA, while the 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 is a 1970s offering from Morgan from USA. The 1972 Morgan 30 was penned by Charley Morgan. The 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 was designed by Charlie Morgan.
In terms of size, the 1972 Morgan 30 measures 9.14m (30.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.97m, compared to the 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 at 12.50m (41.0ft) with a 3.66m beam. The 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 is 3.36m longer than the 1972 Morgan 30. The 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 displaces approximately 147% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1972 Morgan 30 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.37 and 37.2 m² of sail area. The 1972 Morgan Out Island 41, with an SA/D of 15.37 and 68.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1972 Morgan 30 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 23.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 has a comfort ratio of 22.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.69. The ballast ratios are 38.8% for the 1972 Morgan 30 and 38.1% for the 1972 Morgan Out Island 41, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1972 Morgan 30 provides 6 berths in 1 cabin with 76L of water capacity and 57L of fuel. The 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 380L water and 227L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1972 Morgan 30 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 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1972 Morgan Out Island 41 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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