1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC vs 1983 Nautor Swan 44 — Comparison
1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC | 1983 Nautor Swan 44 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Nautor Swan |
| Year | 1998–2003 | 1983–1991 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Finland |
| Designer | Groupe Finot | Sparkman & Stephens |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 13.41 m (44.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.65 m (12.0 ft) | 3.86 m (12.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 2.29 m (7.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,100 kg (15,653 lbs) | 11,340 kg (25,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 59.0 m² (635 ft²) | 82.0 m² (883 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC and 1983 Nautor Swan 44 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC is a 1990s design by Beneteau from France, while the 1983 Nautor Swan 44 is a 1980s offering from Nautor Swan from Finland. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC was penned by Groupe Finot. The 1983 Nautor Swan 44 was designed by Sparkman & Stephens.
In terms of size, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC measures 10.97m (36.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.65m, compared to the 1983 Nautor Swan 44 at 13.41m (44.0ft) with a 3.86m beam. The 1983 Nautor Swan 44 is 2.44m longer than the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC. The 1983 Nautor Swan 44 displaces approximately 60% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.23 and 59.0 m² of sail area. The 1983 Nautor Swan 44, with an SA/D of 16.50 and 82.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1983 Nautor Swan 44 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 1983 Nautor Swan 44 has a comfort ratio of 22.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.69. The ballast ratios are 35.2% for the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC and 40.0% for the 1983 Nautor Swan 44, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The 1983 Nautor Swan 44 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 350L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1983 Nautor Swan 44 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 1983 Nautor Swan 44 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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