1967 Columbia 43 vs Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 — Comparison
1967 Columbia 43
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1967 Columbia 43 | Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Columbia | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1967–1973 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | William Tripp | Daniel Andrieu |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.11 m (43.0 ft) | 10.94 m (35.9 ft) |
| LWL | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.56 m (11.7 ft) | 3.55 m (11.6 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,525 kg (20,999 lbs) | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 1,900 kg (4,189 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 71.0 m² (764 ft²) | 61.0 m² (657 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Full | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 5 |
| Cabins | 3 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1967 Columbia 43 and Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1967 Columbia 43 is a classic design by Columbia from USA, while the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1967 Columbia 43 was penned by William Tripp. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 was designed by Daniel Andrieu.
In terms of size, the 1967 Columbia 43 measures 13.11m (43.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.56m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 at 10.94m (35.9ft) with a 3.55m beam. The 1967 Columbia 43 is 2.17m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600. The 1967 Columbia 43 displaces approximately 87% 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 Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600, with an SA/D of 20.92 and 61.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 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 Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 has a comfort ratio of 13.5 and a capsize screening value of 0.83. The ballast ratios are 42.9% for the 1967 Columbia 43 and 37.3% for the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600, 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 Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 120L water and 80L 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 Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 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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