1998 X-Yachts 332 vs 1988 Moody 36 — Comparison
1988 Moody 36
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1998 X-Yachts 332 | 1988 Moody 36 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | X-Yachts | Moody |
| Year | 1998–2003 | 1988–1993 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Denmark | UK |
| Designer | Niels Jeppesen | Bill Dixon |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.69 m (28.5 ft) | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.13 m (10.3 ft) | 3.51 m (11.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,700 kg (10,362 lbs) | 6,800 kg (14,991 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,900 kg (4,189 lbs) | 2,700 kg (5,952 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 50.5 m² (544 ft²) | 54.0 m² (581 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 28 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1998 X-Yachts 332 and 1988 Moody 36 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1998 X-Yachts 332 is a 1990s design by X-Yachts from Denmark, while the 1988 Moody 36 is a 1980s offering from Moody from UK. The 1998 X-Yachts 332 was penned by Niels Jeppesen. The 1988 Moody 36 was designed by Bill Dixon.
In terms of size, the 1998 X-Yachts 332 measures 10.06m (33.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.13m, compared to the 1988 Moody 36 at 10.97m (36.0ft) with a 3.51m beam. The 1988 Moody 36 is 0.91m longer than the 1998 X-Yachts 332. The 1988 Moody 36 displaces approximately 45% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1998 X-Yachts 332 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.29 and 50.5 m² of sail area. The 1988 Moody 36, with an SA/D of 15.29 and 54.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1998 X-Yachts 332 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1998 X-Yachts 332 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The 1988 Moody 36 has a comfort ratio of 20.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 40.4% for the 1998 X-Yachts 332 and 39.7% for the 1988 Moody 36, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1998 X-Yachts 332 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 120L of water capacity and 60L of fuel. The 1988 Moody 36 offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 120L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1988 Moody 36 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 X-Yachts 332 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1988 Moody 36 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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