1997 Tartan 3700 vs 2001 Tartan 4100 — Comparison
1997 Tartan 3700
2001 Tartan 4100
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1997 Tartan 3700 | 2001 Tartan 4100 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Tartan | Tartan |
| Year | 1997–2006 | 2001–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Tim Jackett | Tim Jackett |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.28 m (37.0 ft) | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) | 10.67 m (35.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.66 m (12.0 ft) | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 2.13 m (7.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,031 kg (15,501 lbs) | 9,525 kg (20,999 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,948 kg (6,499 lbs) | 3,856 kg (8,501 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 62.0 m² (667 ft²) | 75.0 m² (807 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 35 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 220 L (58.1 gal) | 340 L (89.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1997 Tartan 3700 and 2001 Tartan 4100 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1997 Tartan 3700 is a 1990s design by Tartan from USA, while the 2001 Tartan 4100 is a 2000s offering from Tartan from USA. The 1997 Tartan 3700 was penned by Tim Jackett. The 2001 Tartan 4100 was designed by Tim Jackett.
In terms of size, the 1997 Tartan 3700 measures 11.28m (37.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.66m, compared to the 2001 Tartan 4100 at 12.50m (41.0ft) with a 3.96m beam. The 2001 Tartan 4100 is 1.22m longer than the 1997 Tartan 3700. The 2001 Tartan 4100 displaces approximately 35% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1997 Tartan 3700 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.16 and 62.0 m² of sail area. The 2001 Tartan 4100, with an SA/D of 16.96 and 75.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1997 Tartan 3700 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1997 Tartan 3700 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 2001 Tartan 4100 has a comfort ratio of 18.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 41.9% for the 1997 Tartan 3700 and 40.5% for the 2001 Tartan 4100, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1997 Tartan 3700 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 220L of water capacity and 130L of fuel. The 2001 Tartan 4100 offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 340L water and 170L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2001 Tartan 4100 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 1997 Tartan 3700 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2001 Tartan 4100 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.