2008 X-Yachts X-46 vs 1979 Pearson 37 — Comparison
1979 Pearson 37
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2008 X-Yachts X-46 | 1979 Pearson 37 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | X-Yachts | Pearson |
| Year | 2008–2014 | 1979–1985 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Denmark | USA |
| Designer | Niels Jeppesen | William Shaw |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.95 m (45.8 ft) | 11.28 m (37.0 ft) |
| LWL | 12.00 m (39.4 ft) | 8.69 m (28.5 ft) |
| Beam | 4.10 m (13.5 ft) | 3.43 m (11.3 ft) |
| Draft | 2.35 m (7.7 ft) | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,000 kg (24,251 lbs) | 7,258 kg (16,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 3,084 kg (6,799 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 93.0 m² (1,001 ft²) | 56.0 m² (603 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 28 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 190 L (50.2 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 and 1979 Pearson 37 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 is a 2000s design by X-Yachts from Denmark, while the 1979 Pearson 37 is a 1970s offering from Pearson from USA. The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 was penned by Niels Jeppesen. The 1979 Pearson 37 was designed by William Shaw.
In terms of size, the 2008 X-Yachts X-46 measures 13.95m (45.8ft) overall with a beam of 4.10m, compared to the 1979 Pearson 37 at 11.28m (37.0ft) with a 3.43m beam. The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 is 2.67m longer than the 1979 Pearson 37. The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 displaces approximately 52% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2008 X-Yachts X-46 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.10 and 93.0 m² of sail area. The 1979 Pearson 37, with an SA/D of 15.18 and 56.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2008 X-Yachts X-46 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.74). The 1979 Pearson 37 has a comfort ratio of 24.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.71. The ballast ratios are 38.2% for the 2008 X-Yachts X-46 and 42.5% for the 1979 Pearson 37, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2008 X-Yachts X-46 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 300L of water capacity and 160L of fuel. The 1979 Pearson 37 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 190L water and 95L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1979 Pearson 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 2008 X-Yachts X-46 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2008 X-Yachts X-46 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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