2008 Oyster 56 vs 2013 Moody 54 — Comparison
2008 Oyster 56
2013 Moody 54
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2008 Oyster 56 | 2013 Moody 54 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Oyster | Moody |
| Year | 2008–2015 | 2013–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Designer | Rob Humphreys | Bill Dixon |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 17.10 m (56.1 ft) | 16.18 m (53.1 ft) |
| LWL | 14.30 m (46.9 ft) | 14.50 m (47.6 ft) |
| Beam | 4.72 m (15.5 ft) | 4.90 m (16.1 ft) |
| Draft | 2.35 m (7.7 ft) | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 21,000 kg (46,297 lbs) | 21,000 kg (46,297 lbs) |
| Ballast | 7,800 kg (17,196 lbs) | 7,500 kg (16,535 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 128.0 m² (1,378 ft²) | 125.0 m² (1,346 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 150 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 500 L (132.1 gal) | 450 L (118.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 850 L (224.5 gal) | 700 L (184.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 4 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2008 Oyster 56 and 2013 Moody 54 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2008 Oyster 56 is a 2000s design by Oyster from United Kingdom, while the 2013 Moody 54 is a modern offering from Moody from Germany. The 2008 Oyster 56 was penned by Rob Humphreys. The 2013 Moody 54 was designed by Bill Dixon.
In terms of size, the 2008 Oyster 56 measures 17.10m (56.1ft) overall with a beam of 4.72m, compared to the 2013 Moody 54 at 16.18m (53.1ft) with a 4.90m beam. The 2008 Oyster 56 is 0.92m longer than the 2013 Moody 54.
Looking at performance, the 2008 Oyster 56 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.08 and 128.0 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 Oyster 56 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2008 Oyster 56 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.8) 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 37.1% for the 2008 Oyster 56 and 35.7% for the 2013 Moody 54, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2008 Oyster 56 provides 8 berths in 4 cabins with 850L of water capacity and 500L of fuel. The 2013 Moody 54 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 700L water and 450L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2008 Oyster 56 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 Oyster 56 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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