Hunter 27 vs 1982 Westerly Konsort — Comparison
Hunter 27
1982 Westerly Konsort
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hunter 27 | 1982 Westerly Konsort |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Westerly |
| Year | 1992–1998 | 1982–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | UK |
| Designer | Hunter Design Team | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) | 9.50 m (31.2 ft) |
| LWL | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) | 7.70 m (25.3 ft) |
| Beam | 2.79 m (9.2 ft) | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 2,495 kg (5,501 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 907 kg (2,000 lbs) | 1,633 kg (3,600 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 33.0 m² (355 ft²) | 34.0 m² (366 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Bilge |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 12 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 45 L (11.9 gal) | 68 L (18.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 68 L (18.0 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hunter 27 and 1982 Westerly Konsort represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hunter 27 is a 1990s design by Hunter from USA, while the 1982 Westerly Konsort is a 1980s offering from Westerly from UK. The Hunter 27 was penned by Hunter Design Team. The 1982 Westerly Konsort was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the Hunter 27 measures 8.23m (27.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.79m, compared to the 1982 Westerly Konsort at 9.50m (31.2ft) with a 3.10m beam. The 1982 Westerly Konsort is 1.27m longer than the Hunter 27. The 1982 Westerly Konsort displaces approximately 82% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hunter 27 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.23 and 33.0 m² of sail area. The 1982 Westerly Konsort, with an SA/D of 12.61 and 34.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Hunter 27 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hunter 27 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.82). The 1982 Westerly Konsort has a comfort ratio of 22.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 36.4% for the Hunter 27 and 36.0% for the 1982 Westerly Konsort, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hunter 27 provides 5 berths in 1 cabin with 68L of water capacity and 45L of fuel. The 1982 Westerly Konsort offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L water and 68L 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 Hunter 27 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1982 Westerly Konsort 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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