2007 Elan 310 vs 1993 Feeling 36 — Comparison
2007 Elan 310
1993 Feeling 36
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2007 Elan 310 | 1993 Feeling 36 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Elan | Feeling |
| Year | 2007–2012 | 1993–2001 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Slovenia | France |
| Designer | Rob Humphreys | Philippe Harlé |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.34 m (30.6 ft) | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.10 m (26.6 ft) | 9.30 m (30.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) | 3.52 m (11.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,500 kg (9,921 lbs) | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,300 kg (2,866 lbs) | 2,300 kg (5,071 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) | 53.0 m² (571 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 25 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 90 L (23.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 180 L (47.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2007 Elan 310 and 1993 Feeling 36 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2007 Elan 310 is a 2000s design by Elan from Slovenia, while the 1993 Feeling 36 is a 1990s offering from Feeling from France. The 2007 Elan 310 was penned by Rob Humphreys. The 1993 Feeling 36 was designed by Philippe Harlé.
In terms of size, the 2007 Elan 310 measures 9.34m (30.6ft) overall with a beam of 3.10m, compared to the 1993 Feeling 36 at 10.97m (36.0ft) with a 3.52m beam. The 1993 Feeling 36 is 1.63m longer than the 2007 Elan 310. The 1993 Feeling 36 displaces approximately 38% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2007 Elan 310 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.66 and 42.0 m² of sail area. The 1993 Feeling 36, with an SA/D of 15.96 and 53.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1993 Feeling 36 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2007 Elan 310 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 21.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The 1993 Feeling 36 has a comfort ratio of 18.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 28.9% for the 2007 Elan 310 and 37.1% for the 1993 Feeling 36, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2007 Elan 310 provides 5 berths in 2 cabins with 120L of water capacity and 60L of fuel. The 1993 Feeling 36 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 180L water and 90L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2007 Elan 310 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 1993 Feeling 36 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1993 Feeling 36 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.