Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 vs 1975 Ericson 25+ — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 | 1975 Ericson 25+ |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Ericson |
| Year | 2010–2018 | 1975–1982 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Daniel Andrieu | Bruce King |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.92 m (29.3 ft) | 6.25 m (20.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.25 m (10.7 ft) | 2.44 m (8.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,900 kg (8,598 lbs) | 1,905 kg (4,200 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 726 kg (1,601 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 50.0 m² (538 ft²) | 25.0 m² (269 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 7 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 23 L (6.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 45 L (11.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 and 1975 Ericson 25+ represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1975 Ericson 25+ is a 1970s offering from Ericson from USA. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The 1975 Ericson 25+ was designed by Bruce King.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 measures 9.72m (31.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.25m, compared to the 1975 Ericson 25+ at 7.62m (25.0ft) with a 2.44m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 is 2.10m longer than the 1975 Ericson 25+. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 displaces approximately 105% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.51 and 50.0 m² of sail area. The 1975 Ericson 25+, with an SA/D of 16.54 and 25.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.83). The 1975 Ericson 25+ has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 38.5% for the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 and 38.1% for the 1975 Ericson 25+, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 80L of water capacity and 60L of fuel. The 1975 Ericson 25+ offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 45L water and 23L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1975 Ericson 25+ 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 Fast 3200 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.
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