2008 Contest 50CS vs 2013 Moody 54 — Comparison
2013 Moody 54
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2008 Contest 50CS | 2013 Moody 54 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Contest | Moody |
| Year | 2008–2018 | 2013–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Netherlands | Germany |
| Designer | Dick Zaal | Bill Dixon |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.25 m (50.0 ft) | 16.18 m (53.1 ft) |
| LWL | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) | 14.50 m (47.6 ft) |
| Beam | 4.40 m (14.4 ft) | 4.90 m (16.1 ft) |
| Draft | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 16,500 kg (36,376 lbs) | 21,000 kg (46,297 lbs) |
| Ballast | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) | 7,500 kg (16,535 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 108.0 m² (1,163 ft²) | 125.0 m² (1,346 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Steel | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 110 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 450 L (118.9 gal) | 450 L (118.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 700 L (184.9 gal) | 700 L (184.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2008 Contest 50CS and 2013 Moody 54 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2008 Contest 50CS is a 2000s design by Contest from Netherlands, while the 2013 Moody 54 is a modern offering from Moody from Germany. The 2008 Contest 50CS was penned by Dick Zaal. The 2013 Moody 54 was designed by Bill Dixon.
In terms of size, the 2008 Contest 50CS measures 15.25m (50.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.40m, compared to the 2013 Moody 54 at 16.18m (53.1ft) with a 4.90m beam. The 2013 Moody 54 is 0.93m longer than the 2008 Contest 50CS. The 2013 Moody 54 displaces approximately 27% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2008 Contest 50CS has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.92 and 108.0 m² of sail area. The 2013 Moody 54, with an SA/D of 16.68 and 125.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2008 Contest 50CS has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2008 Contest 50CS offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.69). The 2013 Moody 54 has a comfort ratio of 17.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.71. The ballast ratios are 37.6% for the 2008 Contest 50CS and 35.7% for the 2013 Moody 54, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2008 Contest 50CS provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 700L of water capacity and 450L of fuel. The 2013 Moody 54 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 700L water and 450L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2008 Contest 50CS 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 2008 Contest 50CS 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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