1965 Bristol 35.5 vs 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 — Comparison
1965 Bristol 35.5
2010 X-Yachts Xc 35
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1965 Bristol 35.5 | 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bristol | X-Yachts |
| Year | 1965–1972 | 2010–2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Denmark |
| Designer | Halsey Herreshoff | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.82 m (35.5 ft) | 10.57 m (34.7 ft) |
| LWL | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) | 9.20 m (30.2 ft) |
| Beam | 2.97 m (9.7 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,897 kg (13,001 lbs) | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,449 kg (5,399 lbs) | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 47.4 m² (510 ft²) | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Full | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 70 L (18.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1965 Bristol 35.5 and 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1965 Bristol 35.5 is a classic design by Bristol from USA, while the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 is a modern offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The 1965 Bristol 35.5 was penned by Halsey Herreshoff. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the 1965 Bristol 35.5 measures 10.82m (35.5ft) overall with a beam of 2.97m, compared to the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 at 10.57m (34.7ft) with a 3.35m beam. The 1965 Bristol 35.5 is 0.25m longer than the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35. The 1965 Bristol 35.5 displaces approximately 2% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1965 Bristol 35.5 has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.75 and 47.4 m² of sail area. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35, with an SA/D of 16.37 and 52.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1965 Bristol 35.5 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 28.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.66). The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 has a comfort ratio of 19.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 41.5% for the 1965 Bristol 35.5 and 36.2% for the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1965 Bristol 35.5 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 57L of fuel. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 140L water and 70L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1965 Bristol 35.5 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 X-Yachts Xc 35 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.