Catalina 440 vs 1984 C&C 37+ — Comparison
Catalina 440
1984 C&C 37+
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Catalina 440 | 1984 C&C 37+ |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | C&C Yachts |
| Year | 2010–2018 | 1984–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Canada |
| Designer | Gerry Douglas | Cuthbertson & Cassian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.41 m (44.0 ft) | 11.28 m (37.0 ft) |
| LWL | 11.73 m (38.5 ft) | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.14 m (13.6 ft) | 3.56 m (11.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.96 m (6.4 ft) | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 10,886 kg (23,999 lbs) | 6,577 kg (14,500 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 2,722 kg (6,001 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 82.0 m² (883 ft²) | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 25 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 379 L (100.1 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Catalina 440 and 1984 C&C 37+ represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Catalina 440 is a modern design by Catalina from USA, while the 1984 C&C 37+ is a 1980s offering from C&C Yachts from Canada. The Catalina 440 was penned by Gerry Douglas. The 1984 C&C 37+ was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian.
In terms of size, the Catalina 440 measures 13.41m (44.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.14m, compared to the 1984 C&C 37+ at 11.28m (37.0ft) with a 3.56m beam. The Catalina 440 is 2.13m longer than the 1984 C&C 37+. The Catalina 440 displaces approximately 66% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Catalina 440 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.96 and 82.0 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 Catalina 440 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Catalina 440 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). 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 Catalina 440 and 41.4% for the 1984 C&C 37+, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Catalina 440 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 379L of water capacity and 189L 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 Catalina 440 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.