2018 Hallberg-Rassy 40C vs 1983 Tartan 37 — Comparison
1983 Tartan 37
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2018 Hallberg-Rassy 40C | 1983 Tartan 37 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hallberg-Rassy | Tartan |
| Year | 2018 | 1983–1989 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | USA |
| Designer | German Frers | Sparkman & Stephens |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.20 m (40.0 ft) | 11.28 m (37.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.95 m (35.9 ft) | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.90 m (12.8 ft) | 3.56 m (11.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,500 kg (20,944 lbs) | 7,258 kg (16,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs) | 3,084 kg (6,799 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 74.0 m² (797 ft²) | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 30 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2018 Hallberg-Rassy 40C and 1983 Tartan 37 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2018 Hallberg-Rassy 40C is a modern design by Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden, while the 1983 Tartan 37 is a 1980s offering from Tartan from USA. The 2018 Hallberg-Rassy 40C was penned by German Frers. The 1983 Tartan 37 was designed by Sparkman & Stephens.
In terms of size, the 2018 Hallberg-Rassy 40C measures 12.20m (40.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.90m, compared to the 1983 Tartan 37 at 11.28m (37.0ft) with a 3.56m beam. The 2018 Hallberg-Rassy 40C is 0.92m longer than the 1983 Tartan 37. The 2018 Hallberg-Rassy 40C displaces approximately 31% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2018 Hallberg-Rassy 40C has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.76 and 74.0 m² of sail area. The 1983 Tartan 37, with an SA/D of 15.45 and 57.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2018 Hallberg-Rassy 40C has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2018 Hallberg-Rassy 40C offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.74). The 1983 Tartan 37 has a comfort ratio of 21.5 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 36.8% for the 2018 Hallberg-Rassy 40C and 42.5% for the 1983 Tartan 37, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2018 Hallberg-Rassy 40C provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 400L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The 1983 Tartan 37 offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 114L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1983 Tartan 37 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 2018 Hallberg-Rassy 40C has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1983 Tartan 37 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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