2013 Oyster 485 vs 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2013 Oyster 485 | 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Oyster | Wauquiez |
| Year | 2013–2020 | 2010–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | United Kingdom | France |
| Designer | Rob Humphreys | Jean Berret |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.85 m (48.7 ft) | 13.72 m (45.0 ft) |
| LWL | 12.70 m (41.7 ft) | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.38 m (14.4 ft) | 4.05 m (13.3 ft) |
| Draft | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,200 kg (31,306 lbs) | 11,340 kg (25,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,400 kg (11,905 lbs) | 4,400 kg (9,700 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 98.0 m² (1,055 ft²) | 88.0 m² (947 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 110 HP | 75 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 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2013 Oyster 485 and 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2013 Oyster 485 is a modern design by Oyster from United Kingdom, while the 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45 is a modern offering from Wauquiez from France. The 2013 Oyster 485 was penned by Rob Humphreys. The 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45 was designed by Jean Berret.
In terms of size, the 2013 Oyster 485 measures 14.85m (48.7ft) overall with a beam of 4.38m, compared to the 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45 at 13.72m (45.0ft) with a 4.05m beam. The 2013 Oyster 485 is 1.13m longer than the 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45. The 2013 Oyster 485 displaces approximately 25% 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 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45, with an SA/D of 17.71 and 88.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45 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 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45 has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.72. The ballast ratios are 38.0% for the 2013 Oyster 485 and 38.8% for the 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 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 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 450L water and 250L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 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 2010 Wauquiez Centurion 45 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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