1977 Nautor Swan 47 vs 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47 — Comparison
1977 Nautor Swan 47
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1977 Nautor Swan 47 | 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Nautor Swan | Wauquiez |
| Year | 1977–1985 | 2005–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Finland | France |
| Designer | Sparkman & Stephens | Jean Berret |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.33 m (47.0 ft) | 14.33 m (47.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.67 m (35.0 ft) | 11.89 m (39.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.09 m (13.4 ft) | 4.15 m (13.6 ft) |
| Draft | 2.29 m (7.5 ft) | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,969 kg (33,001 lbs) | 13,000 kg (28,660 lbs) |
| Ballast | 6,350 kg (13,999 lbs) | 5,000 kg (11,023 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 89.2 m² (960 ft²) | 95.0 m² (1,023 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 100 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 227 L (60.0 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 454 L (119.9 gal) | 550 L (145.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1977 Nautor Swan 47 and 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1977 Nautor Swan 47 is a 1970s design by Nautor Swan from Finland, while the 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47 is a 2000s offering from Wauquiez from France. The 1977 Nautor Swan 47 was penned by Sparkman & Stephens. The 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47 was designed by Jean Berret.
In terms of size, the 1977 Nautor Swan 47 measures 14.33m (47.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.09m, compared to the 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47 at 14.33m (47.0ft) with a 4.15m beam. The 1977 Nautor Swan 47 displaces approximately 15% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1977 Nautor Swan 47 has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.92 and 89.2 m² of sail area. The 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47, with an SA/D of 17.45 and 95.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1977 Nautor Swan 47 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 25.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.67). The 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47 has a comfort ratio of 18.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.71. The ballast ratios are 42.4% for the 1977 Nautor Swan 47 and 38.5% for the 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1977 Nautor Swan 47 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 454L of water capacity and 227L of fuel. The 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 550L water and 300L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1977 Nautor Swan 47 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 2005 Wauquiez Centurion 47 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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