1980 Peterson 34 vs 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 — Comparison
2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1980 Peterson 34 | 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Peterson | Hallberg-Rassy |
| Year | 1980–1986 | 2010–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Sweden |
| Designer | Doug Peterson | German Frers |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) | 12.08 m (39.6 ft) |
| LWL | 8.53 m (28.0 ft) | 10.40 m (34.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.28 m (10.8 ft) | 3.82 m (12.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,216 kg (11,499 lbs) | 9,200 kg (20,283 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) | 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 51.1 m² (550 ft²) | 73.0 m² (786 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 380 L (100.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1980 Peterson 34 and 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1980 Peterson 34 is a 1980s design by Peterson from USA, while the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 is a modern offering from Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden. The 1980 Peterson 34 was penned by Doug Peterson. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 was designed by German Frers.
In terms of size, the 1980 Peterson 34 measures 10.36m (34.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.28m, compared to the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 at 12.08m (39.6ft) with a 3.82m beam. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 is 1.72m longer than the 1980 Peterson 34. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 displaces approximately 76% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1980 Peterson 34 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.26 and 51.1 m² of sail area. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40, with an SA/D of 16.89 and 73.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1980 Peterson 34 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1980 Peterson 34 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 20.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 has a comfort ratio of 19.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 43.5% for the 1980 Peterson 34 and 38.0% for the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1980 Peterson 34 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 76L of fuel. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 380L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1980 Peterson 34 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 1980 Peterson 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.
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