1965 Pearson Vanguard vs Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 — Comparison
1965 Pearson Vanguard
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1965 Pearson Vanguard | Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Pearson | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1965–1972 | 2010–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Philip Rhodes | Daniel Andrieu |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.83 m (32.3 ft) | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) |
| LWL | 7.01 m (23.0 ft) | 8.92 m (29.3 ft) |
| Beam | 2.84 m (9.3 ft) | 3.25 m (10.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 3,900 kg (8,598 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,678 kg (3,699 lbs) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 36.0 m² (388 ft²) | 50.0 m² (538 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Full | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 38 L (10.0 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1965 Pearson Vanguard and Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1965 Pearson Vanguard is a classic design by Pearson from USA, while the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1965 Pearson Vanguard was penned by Philip Rhodes. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 was designed by Daniel Andrieu.
In terms of size, the 1965 Pearson Vanguard measures 9.83m (32.3ft) overall with a beam of 2.84m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 at 9.72m (31.9ft) with a 3.25m beam. The 1965 Pearson Vanguard is 0.11m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200. The 1965 Pearson Vanguard displaces approximately 5% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1965 Pearson Vanguard has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.32 and 36.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200, with an SA/D of 20.51 and 50.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1965 Pearson Vanguard offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 25.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.71). The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has a comfort ratio of 14.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.83. The ballast ratios are 41.1% for the 1965 Pearson Vanguard and 38.5% for the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1965 Pearson Vanguard provides 5 berths in 1 cabin with 57L of water capacity and 38L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 80L water and 60L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1965 Pearson Vanguard 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 Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1965 Pearson Vanguard 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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