Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 vs 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200
1986 Pacific Seacraft 25
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 | 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Pacific Seacraft |
| Year | 2010–2018 | 1986–2007 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Daniel Andrieu | William Crealock |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.92 m (29.3 ft) | 5.94 m (19.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.25 m (10.7 ft) | 2.44 m (8.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,900 kg (8,598 lbs) | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 953 kg (2,101 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 50.0 m² (538 ft²) | 24.0 m² (258 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Full |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 10 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 30 L (7.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 and 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 is a 1980s offering from Pacific Seacraft from USA. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 was designed by William Crealock.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 measures 9.72m (31.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.25m, compared to the 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 at 7.62m (25.0ft) with a 2.44m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 is 2.10m longer than the 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 displaces approximately 72% 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 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25, with an SA/D of 14.13 and 24.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. 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 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 has a comfort ratio of 25.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 38.5% for the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 and 42.0% for the 1986 Pacific Seacraft 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 1986 Pacific Seacraft 25 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 57L water and 30L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1986 Pacific Seacraft 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.