1982 Westerly Konsort vs 1976 C&C 33 — Comparison
1982 Westerly Konsort
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1982 Westerly Konsort | 1976 C&C 33 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Westerly | C&C Yachts |
| Year | 1982–1990 | 1976–1982 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | UK | Canada |
| Designer | Ed Dubois | Cuthbertson & Cassian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.50 m (31.2 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| LWL | 7.70 m (25.3 ft) | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,633 kg (3,600 lbs) | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 34.0 m² (366 ft²) | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Bilge | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 68 L (18.0 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1982 Westerly Konsort and 1976 C&C 33 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1982 Westerly Konsort is a 1980s design by Westerly from UK, while the 1976 C&C 33 is a 1970s offering from C&C Yachts from Canada. The 1982 Westerly Konsort was penned by Ed Dubois. The 1976 C&C 33 was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian.
In terms of size, the 1982 Westerly Konsort measures 9.50m (31.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.10m, compared to the 1976 C&C 33 at 10.06m (33.0ft) with a 3.35m beam. The 1976 C&C 33 is 0.56m longer than the 1982 Westerly Konsort.
Looking at performance, the 1982 Westerly Konsort has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 12.61 and 34.0 m² of sail area. The 1976 C&C 33, with an SA/D of 15.57 and 42.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1976 C&C 33 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1982 Westerly Konsort offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 22.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The 1976 C&C 33 has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.81. The ballast ratios are 36.0% for the 1982 Westerly Konsort and 45.0% for the 1976 C&C 33, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1982 Westerly Konsort provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 68L of fuel. The 1976 C&C 33 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 95L water and 57L 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 1976 C&C 33 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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