1985 Sabre 32 vs 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS — Comparison
1985 Sabre 32
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1985 Sabre 32 | 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Sabre | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1985–1991 | 2007–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Roger Hewson | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) | 11.86 m (38.9 ft) |
| LWL | 8.08 m (26.5 ft) | 10.30 m (33.8 ft) |
| Beam | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) | 3.76 m (12.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.45 m (4.8 ft) | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 7,600 kg (16,755 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,633 kg (3,600 lbs) | 2,400 kg (5,291 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) | 62.0 m² (667 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1985 Sabre 32 and 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1985 Sabre 32 is a 1980s design by Sabre from USA, while the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1985 Sabre 32 was penned by Roger Hewson. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the 1985 Sabre 32 measures 9.75m (32.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.10m, compared to the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS at 11.86m (38.9ft) with a 3.76m beam. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS is 2.11m longer than the 1985 Sabre 32. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS displaces approximately 86% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1985 Sabre 32 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.71 and 42.0 m² of sail area. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS, with an SA/D of 16.30 and 62.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1985 Sabre 32 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1985 Sabre 32 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS has a comfort ratio of 17.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1985 Sabre 32 and 31.6% for the 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1985 Sabre 32 provides 5 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 57L of fuel. The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 250L water and 120L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1985 Sabre 32 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 1985 Sabre 32 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2007 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39 DS 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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