The Contest Yachts 49CS 2021 vs Contest Yachts 52MC Open Sport 2018 comparison sits squarely in the category of decisions where specs alone won't tell the whole story — intended use, storage, and long-term ownership costs all factor in.
The Contest Yachts 49CS 2021 carries a rated maximum of 110 hp. Engine data for the Contest Yachts 52MC Open Sport 2018 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.Fuel capacity breaks the other way: the Contest Yachts 52MC Open Sport 2018 carries 476 gallons versus 185 gallons in the Contest Yachts 49CS 2021. On a lake day that's negligible, but for coastal cruising or long reservoir runs the extra range matters.
Both boats are rated for 15 passengers — a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
The Contest Yachts 49CS 2021 has a documented displacement of 47 400 lbs. Displacement data wasn't available for the other boat in this comparison.
Draft is a practical consideration that many buyers underestimate until they're already at the marina. The Contest Yachts 49CS 2021 draws 7,7 ft, compared to 2,1 ft for the Contest Yachts 52MC Open Sport 2018. That 5,6-foot difference affects which anchorages you can access, which haul-out facilities will take you, and how carefully you need to read the tide tables in shallower cruising grounds.
The Contest Yachts 49CS 2021 has a documented auxiliary engine of 110 hp.
Bottom line: The Contest Yachts 52MC Open Sport 2018 at 52,4 ft offers more living space, greater range, and a more substantial offshore capability. The Contest Yachts 49CS 2021 at 49,9 ft is the easier, lower-cost option — simpler to crew and a strong choice for coastal and day sailing.