2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 vs 1972 Ericson 32 — Comparison
2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349
1972 Ericson 32
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 | 1972 Ericson 32 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Ericson |
| Year | 2015–2019 | 1972–1978 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Bruce King |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.35 m (30.7 ft) | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.44 m (11.3 ft) | 3.05 m (10.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) | 4,309 kg (9,500 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,600 kg (3,527 lbs) | 1,814 kg (3,999 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 56.0 m² (603 ft²) | 39.0 m² (420 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 and 1972 Ericson 32 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1972 Ericson 32 is a 1970s offering from Ericson from USA. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1972 Ericson 32 was designed by Bruce King.
In terms of size, the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 measures 10.34m (33.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.44m, compared to the 1972 Ericson 32 at 9.75m (32.0ft) with a 3.05m beam. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 is 0.59m longer than the 1972 Ericson 32. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 displaces approximately 28% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.26 and 56.0 m² of sail area. The 1972 Ericson 32, with an SA/D of 14.97 and 39.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1972 Ericson 32 has a comfort ratio of 22.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 29.1% for the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 and 42.1% for the 1972 Ericson 32, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The 1972 Ericson 32 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 95L water and 57L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1972 Ericson 32 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 2015 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 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.