1982 S2 11.0A vs Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 — Comparison
1982 S2 11.0A
Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1982 S2 11.0A | Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | S2 | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1982–1987 | 2010–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Arthur Edmunds | Daniel Andrieu |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) |
| LWL | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 8.92 m (29.3 ft) |
| Beam | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) | 3.25 m (10.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,670 kg (12,500 lbs) | 3,900 kg (8,598 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) | 50.0 m² (538 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 22 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 4 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1982 S2 11.0A and Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1982 S2 11.0A is a 1980s design by S2 from USA, while the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1982 S2 11.0A was penned by Arthur Edmunds. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 was designed by Daniel Andrieu.
In terms of size, the 1982 S2 11.0A measures 10.97m (36.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.40m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 at 9.72m (31.9ft) with a 3.25m beam. The 1982 S2 11.0A is 1.25m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200. The 1982 S2 11.0A displaces approximately 45% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1982 S2 11.0A has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.57 and 55.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200, with an SA/D of 20.51 and 50.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1982 S2 11.0A offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has a comfort ratio of 14.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.83. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1982 S2 11.0A and 38.5% for the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1982 S2 11.0A provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 76L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 80L water and 60L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1982 S2 11.0A 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 3200 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1982 S2 11.0A offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.