2013 Oyster 485 vs 1996 Moody 45 — Comparison
1996 Moody 45
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2013 Oyster 485 | 1996 Moody 45 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Oyster | Moody |
| Year | 2013–2020 | 1996–2002 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | United Kingdom | UK |
| Designer | Rob Humphreys | Bill Dixon |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.85 m (48.7 ft) | 13.72 m (45.0 ft) |
| LWL | 12.70 m (41.7 ft) | 11.50 m (37.7 ft) |
| Beam | 4.38 m (14.4 ft) | 4.22 m (13.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,200 kg (31,306 lbs) | 12,500 kg (27,558 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,400 kg (11,905 lbs) | 4,900 kg (10,803 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 98.0 m² (1,055 ft²) | 85.0 m² (915 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 110 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 550 L (145.3 gal) | 450 L (118.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2013 Oyster 485 and 1996 Moody 45 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2013 Oyster 485 is a modern design by Oyster from United Kingdom, while the 1996 Moody 45 is a 1990s offering from Moody from UK. The 2013 Oyster 485 was penned by Rob Humphreys. The 1996 Moody 45 was designed by Bill Dixon.
In terms of size, the 2013 Oyster 485 measures 14.85m (48.7ft) overall with a beam of 4.38m, compared to the 1996 Moody 45 at 13.72m (45.0ft) with a 4.22m beam. The 2013 Oyster 485 is 1.13m longer than the 1996 Moody 45. The 2013 Oyster 485 displaces approximately 14% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2013 Oyster 485 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.98 and 98.0 m² of sail area. The 1996 Moody 45, with an SA/D of 16.03 and 85.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2013 Oyster 485 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2013 Oyster 485 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The 1996 Moody 45 has a comfort ratio of 19.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 38.0% for the 2013 Oyster 485 and 39.2% for the 1996 Moody 45, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2013 Oyster 485 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 550L of water capacity and 300L of fuel. The 1996 Moody 45 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 450L water and 250L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1996 Moody 45 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 2013 Oyster 485 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1996 Moody 45 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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