1998 Dehler 29 vs 1976 C&C 33 — Comparison
1998 Dehler 29
1976 C&C 33
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1998 Dehler 29 | 1976 C&C 33 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dehler | C&C Yachts |
| Year | 1998–2006 | 1976–1982 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Canada |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Cuthbertson & Cassian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 8.82 m (28.9 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| LWL | 7.60 m (24.9 ft) | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) |
| Beam | 2.95 m (9.7 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.55 m (5.1 ft) | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 35.0 m² (377 ft²) | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 14 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 40 L (10.6 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1998 Dehler 29 and 1976 C&C 33 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1998 Dehler 29 is a 1990s design by Dehler from Germany, while the 1976 C&C 33 is a 1970s offering from C&C Yachts from Canada. The 1998 Dehler 29 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 1976 C&C 33 was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian.
In terms of size, the 1998 Dehler 29 measures 8.82m (28.9ft) overall with a beam of 2.95m, compared to the 1976 C&C 33 at 10.06m (33.0ft) with a 3.35m beam. The 1976 C&C 33 is 1.24m longer than the 1998 Dehler 29. The 1976 C&C 33 displaces approximately 42% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1998 Dehler 29 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.38 and 35.0 m² of sail area. The 1976 C&C 33, with an SA/D of 15.57 and 42.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1998 Dehler 29 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1998 Dehler 29 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The 1976 C&C 33 has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.81. The ballast ratios are 37.5% for the 1998 Dehler 29 and 45.0% for the 1976 C&C 33, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1998 Dehler 29 provides 5 berths in 2 cabins with 80L of water capacity and 40L of fuel. The 1976 C&C 33 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 95L water and 57L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1998 Dehler 29 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 1998 Dehler 29 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1976 C&C 33 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.