1968 Alberg 35 vs 1984 Pearson 34 — Comparison
1968 Alberg 35
1984 Pearson 34
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1968 Alberg 35 | 1984 Pearson 34 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Various | Pearson |
| Year | 1968–1978 | 1984–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Carl Alberg | William Shaw |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.67 m (35.0 ft) | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) |
| LWL | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) | 8.53 m (28.0 ft) |
| Beam | 2.90 m (9.5 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,443 kg (12,000 lbs) | 5,443 kg (12,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 43.0 m² (463 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Full | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 20 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 152 L (40.2 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1968 Alberg 35 and 1984 Pearson 34 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1968 Alberg 35 is a classic design by Various from USA, while the 1984 Pearson 34 is a 1980s offering from Pearson from USA. The 1968 Alberg 35 was penned by Carl Alberg. The 1984 Pearson 34 was designed by William Shaw.
In terms of size, the 1968 Alberg 35 measures 10.67m (35.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.90m, compared to the 1984 Pearson 34 at 10.36m (34.0ft) with a 3.35m beam. The 1968 Alberg 35 is 0.31m longer than the 1984 Pearson 34.
Looking at performance, the 1968 Alberg 35 has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.12 and 43.0 m² of sail area. The 1984 Pearson 34, with an SA/D of 15.11 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1984 Pearson 34 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1968 Alberg 35 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 27.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.66). The 1984 Pearson 34 has a comfort ratio of 20.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 41.7% for the 1968 Alberg 35 and 41.7% for the 1984 Pearson 34, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1968 Alberg 35 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 76L of water capacity and 57L of fuel. The 1984 Pearson 34 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 152L water and 76L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1968 Alberg 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 1984 Pearson 34 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.