2010 Dehler 32 vs 1984 O'Day 30 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Dehler 32 | 1984 O'Day 30 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dehler | O'Day |
| Year | 2010–2017 | 1984–1989 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | USA |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | C. Raymond Hunt |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.90 m (32.5 ft) | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.95 m (29.4 ft) | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.16 m (10.4 ft) | 3.05 m (10.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,400 kg (9,700 lbs) | 3,629 kg (8,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 1,452 kg (3,201 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 53.0 m² (571 ft²) | 36.0 m² (388 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 55 L (14.5 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Dehler 32 and 1984 O'Day 30 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Dehler 32 is a modern design by Dehler from Germany, while the 1984 O'Day 30 is a 1980s offering from O'Day from USA. The 2010 Dehler 32 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 1984 O'Day 30 was designed by C. Raymond Hunt.
In terms of size, the 2010 Dehler 32 measures 9.90m (32.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.16m, compared to the 1984 O'Day 30 at 9.14m (30.0ft) with a 3.05m beam. The 2010 Dehler 32 is 0.76m longer than the 1984 O'Day 30. The 2010 Dehler 32 displaces approximately 21% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2010 Dehler 32 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.06 and 53.0 m² of sail area. The 1984 O'Day 30, with an SA/D of 15.49 and 36.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2010 Dehler 32 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2010 Dehler 32 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 1984 O'Day 30 has a comfort ratio of 19.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 34.1% for the 2010 Dehler 32 and 40.0% for the 1984 O'Day 30, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2010 Dehler 32 provides 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L of water capacity and 55L of fuel. The 1984 O'Day 30 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 76L water and 57L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1984 O'Day 30 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 2010 Dehler 32 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1984 O'Day 30 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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