2016 Dehler 30 OD vs 1993 Najad 360 — Comparison
2016 Dehler 30 OD
1993 Najad 360
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2016 Dehler 30 OD | 1993 Najad 360 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dehler | Najad |
| Year | 2016 | 1993–2002 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Sweden |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Judel/Vrolijk |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.60 m (28.2 ft) | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) |
| Beam | 2.98 m (9.8 ft) | 3.42 m (11.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) | 6,500 kg (14,330 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) | 2,700 kg (5,952 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 28 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 35 L (9.2 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2016 Dehler 30 OD and 1993 Najad 360 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD is a modern design by Dehler from Germany, while the 1993 Najad 360 is a 1990s offering from Najad from Sweden. The 2016 Dehler 30 OD was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 1993 Najad 360 was designed by Judel/Vrolijk.
In terms of size, the 2016 Dehler 30 OD measures 9.45m (31.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.98m, compared to the 1993 Najad 360 at 10.97m (36.0ft) with a 3.42m beam. The 1993 Najad 360 is 1.52m longer than the 2016 Dehler 30 OD. The 1993 Najad 360 displaces approximately 76% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2016 Dehler 30 OD has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.54 and 46.0 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2016 Dehler 30 OD offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 1993 Najad 360 has a comfort ratio of 20.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 36.5% for the 2016 Dehler 30 OD and 41.5% for the 1993 Najad 360, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2016 Dehler 30 OD provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 60L of water capacity and 35L 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 2016 Dehler 30 OD 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.