1992 Moody 41 vs 2016 Elan GT5 — Comparison
1992 Moody 41
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1992 Moody 41 | 2016 Elan GT5 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Moody | Elan |
| Year | 1992–1998 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | UK | Slovenia |
| Designer | Bill Dixon | Rob Humphreys / Studio F.A. Porsche |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) | 13.85 m (45.4 ft) |
| LWL | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) | 12.20 m (40.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.86 m (12.7 ft) | 4.28 m (14.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,800 kg (21,605 lbs) | 10,200 kg (22,487 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,800 kg (8,378 lbs) | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 70.0 m² (754 ft²) | 92.0 m² (990 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 180 L (47.6 gal) | 160 L (42.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 360 L (95.1 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1992 Moody 41 and 2016 Elan GT5 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1992 Moody 41 is a 1990s design by Moody from UK, while the 2016 Elan GT5 is a modern offering from Elan from Slovenia. The 1992 Moody 41 was penned by Bill Dixon. The 2016 Elan GT5 was designed by Rob Humphreys / Studio F.A. Porsche.
In terms of size, the 1992 Moody 41 measures 12.50m (41.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.86m, compared to the 2016 Elan GT5 at 13.85m (45.4ft) with a 4.28m beam. The 2016 Elan GT5 is 1.35m longer than the 1992 Moody 41. The 2016 Elan GT5 displaces approximately 4% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1992 Moody 41 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.53 and 70.0 m² of sail area. The 2016 Elan GT5, with an SA/D of 19.87 and 92.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2016 Elan GT5 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1992 Moody 41 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 20.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The 2016 Elan GT5 has a comfort ratio of 14.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 38.8% for the 1992 Moody 41 and 31.4% for the 2016 Elan GT5, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1992 Moody 41 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 360L of water capacity and 180L of fuel. The 2016 Elan GT5 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L water and 160L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1992 Moody 41 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 2016 Elan GT5 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2016 Elan GT5 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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