1979 Peterson 44 vs 2015 ClubSwan 36 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1979 Peterson 44 | 2015 ClubSwan 36 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Peterson | Nautor Swan |
| Year | 1979–1986 | 2015 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Finland |
| Designer | Doug Peterson | Juan Kouyoumdjian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.41 m (44.0 ft) | 11.00 m (36.1 ft) |
| LWL | 10.67 m (35.0 ft) | 9.90 m (32.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.86 m (12.7 ft) | 3.30 m (10.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.13 m (7.0 ft) | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,979 kg (22,000 lbs) | 4,800 kg (10,582 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 79.0 m² (850 ft²) | 65.0 m² (700 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 151 L (39.9 gal) | 40 L (10.6 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 265 L (70.0 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 4 |
| Cabins | 3 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1979 Peterson 44 and 2015 ClubSwan 36 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1979 Peterson 44 is a 1970s design by Peterson from USA, while the 2015 ClubSwan 36 is a modern offering from Nautor Swan from Finland. The 1979 Peterson 44 was penned by Doug Peterson. The 2015 ClubSwan 36 was designed by Juan Kouyoumdjian.
In terms of size, the 1979 Peterson 44 measures 13.41m (44.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.86m, compared to the 2015 ClubSwan 36 at 11.00m (36.1ft) with a 3.30m beam. The 1979 Peterson 44 is 2.41m longer than the 2015 ClubSwan 36. The 1979 Peterson 44 displaces approximately 108% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1979 Peterson 44 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.31 and 79.0 m² of sail area. The 2015 ClubSwan 36, with an SA/D of 23.21 and 65.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The 2015 ClubSwan 36 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1979 Peterson 44 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The 2015 ClubSwan 36 has a comfort ratio of 14.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 40.9% for the 1979 Peterson 44 and 35.4% for the 2015 ClubSwan 36, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1979 Peterson 44 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 265L of water capacity and 151L of fuel. The 2015 ClubSwan 36 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 60L water and 40L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1979 Peterson 44 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 2015 ClubSwan 36 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1979 Peterson 44 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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