1967 Pearson 35 vs 1976 Ericson 29 — Comparison
1967 Pearson 35
1976 Ericson 29
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1967 Pearson 35 | 1976 Ericson 29 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Pearson | Ericson |
| Year | 1967–1973 | 1976–1983 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | William Shaw | Bruce King |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.67 m (35.0 ft) | 8.84 m (29.0 ft) |
| LWL | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.05 m (10.0 ft) | 2.84 m (9.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,443 kg (12,000 lbs) | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) | 1,361 kg (3,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 48.6 m² (523 ft²) | 34.0 m² (366 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Full | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 45 L (11.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1967 Pearson 35 and 1976 Ericson 29 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1967 Pearson 35 is a classic design by Pearson from USA, while the 1976 Ericson 29 is a 1970s offering from Ericson from USA. The 1967 Pearson 35 was penned by William Shaw. The 1976 Ericson 29 was designed by Bruce King.
In terms of size, the 1967 Pearson 35 measures 10.67m (35.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.05m, compared to the 1976 Ericson 29 at 8.84m (29.0ft) with a 2.84m beam. The 1967 Pearson 35 is 1.83m longer than the 1976 Ericson 29. The 1967 Pearson 35 displaces approximately 71% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1967 Pearson 35 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.96 and 48.6 m² of sail area. The 1976 Ericson 29, with an SA/D of 15.99 and 34.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1976 Ericson 29 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1967 Pearson 35 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 26.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.69). The 1976 Ericson 29 has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 41.7% for the 1967 Pearson 35 and 42.9% for the 1976 Ericson 29, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1967 Pearson 35 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 57L of fuel. The 1976 Ericson 29 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 76L water and 45L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1967 Pearson 35 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 1976 Ericson 29 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 Pearson 35 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.