Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i vs 1991 Westerly Seahawk — Comparison
1991 Westerly Seahawk
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i | 1991 Westerly Seahawk |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Westerly |
| Year | 2007–2013 | 1991–1997 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | UK |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.93 m (35.9 ft) | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.80 m (32.2 ft) | 8.53 m (28.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.59 m (11.8 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) | 6,123 kg (13,499 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,850 kg (4,079 lbs) | 2,495 kg (5,501 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 28 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 230 L (60.8 gal) | 220 L (58.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i and 1991 Westerly Seahawk represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i is a 2000s design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1991 Westerly Seahawk is a 1990s offering from Westerly from UK. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1991 Westerly Seahawk was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i measures 10.93m (35.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.59m, compared to the 1991 Westerly Seahawk at 10.36m (34.0ft) with a 3.35m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i is 0.57m longer than the 1991 Westerly Seahawk. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i displaces approximately 1% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.16 and 57.0 m² of sail area. The 1991 Westerly Seahawk, with an SA/D of 14.57 and 48.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1991 Westerly Seahawk has a comfort ratio of 22.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 29.8% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i and 40.8% for the 1991 Westerly Seahawk, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 230L of water capacity and 120L of fuel. The 1991 Westerly Seahawk offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 220L water and 114L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1991 Westerly Seahawk 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 36i has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1991 Westerly Seahawk 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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