1991 Westerly Seahawk vs 1990 Feeling 32 — Comparison
1991 Westerly Seahawk
1990 Feeling 32
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1991 Westerly Seahawk | 1990 Feeling 32 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Westerly | Feeling |
| Year | 1991–1997 | 1990–1998 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | UK | France |
| Designer | Ed Dubois | Philippe Harlé |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) | 9.85 m (32.3 ft) |
| LWL | 8.53 m (28.0 ft) | 8.20 m (26.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) | 1.50 m (4.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,123 kg (13,499 lbs) | 4,700 kg (10,362 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,495 kg (5,501 lbs) | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) | 40.0 m² (431 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 220 L (58.1 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 5 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1991 Westerly Seahawk and 1990 Feeling 32 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1991 Westerly Seahawk is a 1990s design by Westerly from UK, while the 1990 Feeling 32 is a 1990s offering from Feeling from France. The 1991 Westerly Seahawk was penned by Ed Dubois. The 1990 Feeling 32 was designed by Philippe Harlé.
In terms of size, the 1991 Westerly Seahawk measures 10.36m (34.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.35m, compared to the 1990 Feeling 32 at 9.85m (32.3ft) with a 3.15m beam. The 1991 Westerly Seahawk is 0.51m longer than the 1990 Feeling 32. The 1991 Westerly Seahawk displaces approximately 30% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1991 Westerly Seahawk has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.57 and 48.0 m² of sail area. The 1990 Feeling 32, with an SA/D of 14.49 and 40.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 1991 Westerly Seahawk has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1991 Westerly Seahawk offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 22.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.73). The 1990 Feeling 32 has a comfort ratio of 20.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 40.8% for the 1991 Westerly Seahawk and 36.2% for the 1990 Feeling 32, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1991 Westerly Seahawk provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 220L of water capacity and 114L of fuel. The 1990 Feeling 32 offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 120L water and 60L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1991 Westerly Seahawk 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 1991 Westerly Seahawk has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1991 Westerly Seahawk 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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