1998 Dehler 29 vs 1984 C&C 37+ — Comparison
1998 Dehler 29
1984 C&C 37+
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1998 Dehler 29 | 1984 C&C 37+ |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dehler | C&C Yachts |
| Year | 1998–2006 | 1984–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Canada |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Cuthbertson & Cassian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 8.82 m (28.9 ft) | 11.28 m (37.0 ft) |
| LWL | 7.60 m (24.9 ft) | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) |
| Beam | 2.95 m (9.7 ft) | 3.56 m (11.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.55 m (5.1 ft) | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) | 6,577 kg (14,500 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) | 2,722 kg (6,001 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 35.0 m² (377 ft²) | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 14 HP | 25 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 40 L (10.6 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1998 Dehler 29 and 1984 C&C 37+ represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1998 Dehler 29 is a 1990s design by Dehler from Germany, while the 1984 C&C 37+ is a 1980s offering from C&C Yachts from Canada. The 1998 Dehler 29 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 1984 C&C 37+ 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 1984 C&C 37+ at 11.28m (37.0ft) with a 3.56m beam. The 1984 C&C 37+ is 2.46m longer than the 1998 Dehler 29. The 1984 C&C 37+ displaces approximately 106% 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 1984 C&C 37+, with an SA/D of 16.50 and 57.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1984 C&C 37+ 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 1984 C&C 37+ has a comfort ratio of 19.5 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 37.5% for the 1998 Dehler 29 and 41.4% for the 1984 C&C 37+, 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 1984 C&C 37+ offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 170L water and 95L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1984 C&C 37+ 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 1984 C&C 37+ has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1984 C&C 37+ offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.