Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 vs 1975 Pearson 28 — Comparison
1975 Pearson 28
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 | 1975 Pearson 28 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Pearson |
| Year | 2016 | 1975–1982 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Daniel Andrieu | William Shaw |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.94 m (35.9 ft) | 8.53 m (28.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) | 7.01 m (23.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.55 m (11.6 ft) | 2.74 m (9.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,100 kg (11,244 lbs) | 2,948 kg (6,499 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,900 kg (4,189 lbs) | 1,270 kg (2,800 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 61.0 m² (657 ft²) | 30.0 m² (323 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 10 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 38 L (10.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 5 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 and 1975 Pearson 28 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1975 Pearson 28 is a 1970s offering from Pearson from USA. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 was penned by Daniel Andrieu. The 1975 Pearson 28 was designed by William Shaw.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 measures 10.94m (35.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.55m, compared to the 1975 Pearson 28 at 8.53m (28.0ft) with a 2.74m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 is 2.41m longer than the 1975 Pearson 28. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 displaces approximately 73% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.92 and 61.0 m² of sail area. The 1975 Pearson 28, with an SA/D of 14.83 and 30.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 13.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.83). The 1975 Pearson 28 has a comfort ratio of 21.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 37.3% for the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 and 43.1% for the 1975 Pearson 28, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3600 provides 5 berths in 1 cabin with 120L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The 1975 Pearson 28 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 57L water and 38L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1975 Pearson 28 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 3600 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.
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