1997 Moody 38 vs Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1997 Moody 38 | Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Moody | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1997–2003 | 2010–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | UK | France |
| Designer | Bill Dixon | Daniel Andrieu |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) |
| LWL | 9.60 m (31.5 ft) | 8.92 m (29.3 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 3.25 m (10.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,165 kg (18,001 lbs) | 3,900 kg (8,598 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 59.8 m² (644 ft²) | 50.0 m² (538 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Bilge | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 35 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 227 L (60.0 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 4 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1997 Moody 38 and Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1997 Moody 38 is a 1990s design by Moody from UK, while the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1997 Moody 38 was penned by Bill Dixon. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 was designed by Daniel Andrieu.
In terms of size, the 1997 Moody 38 measures 11.58m (38.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 at 9.72m (31.9ft) with a 3.25m beam. The 1997 Moody 38 is 1.86m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200. The 1997 Moody 38 displaces approximately 109% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1997 Moody 38 has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.98 and 59.8 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 1997 Moody 38 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 21.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.74). The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has a comfort ratio of 14.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.83. The ballast ratios are 38.9% for the 1997 Moody 38 and 38.5% for the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1997 Moody 38 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 227L of water capacity and 114L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 80L water and 60L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1997 Moody 38 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 1997 Moody 38 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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