The Westerly Konsort 1982 vs Westerly Sealord 39 Sloop Sloop 1983 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 Westerly Konsort 1982 carries a rated maximum of 30 hp. Engine data for the Westerly Sealord 39 Sloop Sloop 1983 wasn't available in our records — check the manufacturer's spec sheet before sizing a motor.
For family outings this is probably the sharpest distinction between the two. The Westerly Sealord 39 Sloop Sloop 1983 is rated for 11 passengers, while the Westerly Konsort 1982 caps at 8. If you're regularly pulling extended family or a group of friends onto the water, the extra seats on the Westerly Sealord 39 Sloop Sloop 1983 could be the deciding factor.
The Westerly Sealord 39 Sloop Sloop 1983 has a documented displacement of 18 501 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 Westerly Sealord 39 Sloop Sloop 1983 draws 5,6 ft, compared to 3,6 ft for the Westerly Konsort 1982. That 2,0-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 Westerly Konsort 1982 has a documented auxiliary engine of 30 hp.
Bottom line: The Westerly Sealord 39 Sloop Sloop 1983 at 38,6 ft offers more living space, greater range, and a more substantial offshore capability. The Westerly Konsort 1982 at 29,0 ft is the easier, lower-cost option — simpler to crew and a strong choice for coastal and day sailing.