1967 Columbia 43 vs Dufour 36 Classic — Comparison
1967 Columbia 43
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1967 Columbia 43 | Dufour 36 Classic |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Columbia | Dufour |
| Year | 1967–1973 | 1996–2003 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | William Tripp | Umberto Felci |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.11 m (43.0 ft) | 10.90 m (35.8 ft) |
| LWL | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 9.60 m (31.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.56 m (11.7 ft) | 3.50 m (11.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,525 kg (20,999 lbs) | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 2,000 kg (4,409 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 71.0 m² (764 ft²) | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Full | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 27 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 110 L (29.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1967 Columbia 43 and Dufour 36 Classic represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1967 Columbia 43 is a classic design by Columbia from USA, while the Dufour 36 Classic is a 1990s offering from Dufour from France. The 1967 Columbia 43 was penned by William Tripp. The Dufour 36 Classic was designed by Umberto Felci.
In terms of size, the 1967 Columbia 43 measures 13.11m (43.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.56m, compared to the Dufour 36 Classic at 10.90m (35.8ft) with a 3.50m beam. The 1967 Columbia 43 is 2.21m longer than the Dufour 36 Classic. The 1967 Columbia 43 displaces approximately 54% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1967 Columbia 43 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.05 and 71.0 m² of sail area. The Dufour 36 Classic, with an SA/D of 17.16 and 57.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Dufour 36 Classic has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1967 Columbia 43 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 24.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.67). The Dufour 36 Classic has a comfort ratio of 18.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 42.9% for the 1967 Columbia 43 and 32.3% for the Dufour 36 Classic, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1967 Columbia 43 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 189L of water capacity and 114L of fuel. The Dufour 36 Classic offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 110L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1967 Columbia 43 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 Dufour 36 Classic has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1967 Columbia 43 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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