Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 vs 1972 Contest 31 — Comparison
1972 Contest 31
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 | 1972 Contest 31 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Contest |
| Year | 2019 | 1972–1982 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Netherlands |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Dick Zaal |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.80 m (32.2 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.75 m (28.7 ft) | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.19 m (10.5 ft) | 3.05 m (10.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,700 kg (10,362 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,300 kg (2,866 lbs) | 1,814 kg (3,999 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 43.0 m² (463 ft²) | 39.5 m² (425 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Steel |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 5 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 and 1972 Contest 31 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1972 Contest 31 is a 1970s offering from Contest from Netherlands. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1972 Contest 31 was designed by Dick Zaal.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 measures 9.80m (32.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.19m, compared to the 1972 Contest 31 at 9.45m (31.0ft) with a 3.05m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 is 0.35m longer than the 1972 Contest 31. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 displaces approximately 4% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.57 and 43.0 m² of sail area. The 1972 Contest 31, with an SA/D of 14.65 and 39.5 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 1972 Contest 31 has a comfort ratio of 23.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 27.7% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 and 40.0% for the 1972 Contest 31, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 provides 6 berths in 1 cabin with 150L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The 1972 Contest 31 offers 5 berths in 2 cabins with 150L water and 80L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1972 Contest 31 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 Odyssey 319 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 319 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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