2016 Dehler 36 SQ vs 1996 Moody 45 — Comparison
2016 Dehler 36 SQ
1996 Moody 45
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2016 Dehler 36 SQ | 1996 Moody 45 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dehler | Moody |
| Year | 2016 | 1996–2002 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | UK |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Bill Dixon |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.85 m (35.6 ft) | 13.72 m (45.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.85 m (32.3 ft) | 11.50 m (37.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) | 4.22 m (13.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) | 12,500 kg (27,558 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,800 kg (3,968 lbs) | 4,900 kg (10,803 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) | 85.0 m² (915 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 55 L (14.5 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 450 L (118.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2016 Dehler 36 SQ and 1996 Moody 45 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2016 Dehler 36 SQ is a modern design by Dehler from Germany, while the 1996 Moody 45 is a 1990s offering from Moody from UK. The 2016 Dehler 36 SQ was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 1996 Moody 45 was designed by Bill Dixon.
In terms of size, the 2016 Dehler 36 SQ measures 10.85m (35.6ft) overall with a beam of 3.40m, compared to the 1996 Moody 45 at 13.72m (45.0ft) with a 4.22m beam. The 1996 Moody 45 is 2.87m longer than the 2016 Dehler 36 SQ. The 1996 Moody 45 displaces approximately 127% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2016 Dehler 36 SQ has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.59 and 57.0 m² of sail area. The 1996 Moody 45, with an SA/D of 16.03 and 85.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2016 Dehler 36 SQ has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2016 Dehler 36 SQ offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 1996 Moody 45 has a comfort ratio of 19.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 32.7% for the 2016 Dehler 36 SQ and 39.2% for the 1996 Moody 45, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2016 Dehler 36 SQ provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 120L of water capacity and 55L of fuel. The 1996 Moody 45 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 450L water and 250L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1996 Moody 45 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 36 SQ has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1996 Moody 45 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.