Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 vs 1993 Najad 360 — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200
1993 Najad 360
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 | 1993 Najad 360 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Najad |
| Year | 2010–2018 | 1993–2002 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Sweden |
| Designer | Daniel Andrieu | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.92 m (29.3 ft) | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.25 m (10.7 ft) | 3.42 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,900 kg (8,598 lbs) | 6,500 kg (14,330 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 2,700 kg (5,952 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 50.0 m² (538 ft²) | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 28 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 and 1993 Najad 360 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1993 Najad 360 is a 1990s offering from Najad from Sweden. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The 1993 Najad 360 was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 measures 9.72m (31.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.25m, compared to the 1993 Najad 360 at 10.97m (36.0ft) with a 3.42m beam. The 1993 Najad 360 is 1.25m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200. The 1993 Najad 360 displaces approximately 67% 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 1993 Najad 360, with an SA/D of 16.04 and 55.0 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 1993 Najad 360 has a comfort ratio of 20.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 38.5% for the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 and 41.5% for the 1993 Najad 360, 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 1993 Najad 360 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 120L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1993 Najad 360 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: The 1993 Najad 360 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.