2008 Wauquiez Pilot Saloon 47 vs 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 — Comparison
1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2008 Wauquiez Pilot Saloon 47 | 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Wauquiez | Wauquiez |
| Year | 2008–2016 | 1992–2000 |
| Type | Sloop | Ketch |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Jean Berret | Jean-Marie Finot |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.33 m (47.0 ft) | 13.11 m (43.0 ft) |
| LWL | 12.00 m (39.4 ft) | 10.67 m (35.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 12,500 kg (27,558 lbs) | 11,793 kg (25,999 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,800 kg (10,582 lbs) | 4,763 kg (10,501 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 92.0 m² (990 ft²) | 82.0 m² (883 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 100 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 280 L (74.0 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 500 L (132.1 gal) | 450 L (118.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2008 Wauquiez Pilot Saloon 47 and 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 represent different approaches to sailboat design. The 2008 Wauquiez Pilot Saloon 47 is a 2000s design by Wauquiez from France, while the 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 is a 1990s offering from Wauquiez from France. The 2008 Wauquiez Pilot Saloon 47 was penned by Jean Berret. The 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 was designed by Jean-Marie Finot.
In terms of size, the 2008 Wauquiez Pilot Saloon 47 measures 14.33m (47.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.20m, compared to the 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 at 13.11m (43.0ft) with a 3.96m beam. The 2008 Wauquiez Pilot Saloon 47 is 1.22m longer than the 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43. The 2008 Wauquiez Pilot Saloon 47 displaces approximately 6% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2008 Wauquiez Pilot Saloon 47 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.35 and 92.0 m² of sail area. The 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43, with an SA/D of 16.08 and 82.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2008 Wauquiez Pilot Saloon 47 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2008 Wauquiez Pilot Saloon 47 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.73). The 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 has a comfort ratio of 22.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.70. The ballast ratios are 38.4% for the 2008 Wauquiez Pilot Saloon 47 and 40.4% for the 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2008 Wauquiez Pilot Saloon 47 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 500L of water capacity and 280L of fuel. The 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 450L water and 250L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1992 Wauquiez Amphitrite 43 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 Wauquiez Pilot Saloon 47 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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