Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) vs 1975 Cal 29 — Comparison
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019)
1975 Cal 29
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) | 1975 Cal 29 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Jeanneau | Cal |
| Year | 2019 | 1975–1981 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Marc Lombard | Bill Lapworth |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) | 8.84 m (29.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.44 m (31.0 ft) | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.44 m (11.3 ft) | 2.84 m (9.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,700 kg (12,566 lbs) | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) | 1,361 kg (3,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) | 34.0 m² (366 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 140 L (37.0 gal) | 45 L (11.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) and 1975 Cal 29 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) is a modern design by Jeanneau from France, while the 1975 Cal 29 is a 1970s offering from Cal from USA. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) was penned by Marc Lombard. The 1975 Cal 29 was designed by Bill Lapworth.
In terms of size, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) measures 10.34m (33.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.44m, compared to the 1975 Cal 29 at 8.84m (29.0ft) with a 2.84m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) is 1.50m longer than the 1975 Cal 29. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) displaces approximately 80% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.51 and 55.0 m² of sail area. The 1975 Cal 29, with an SA/D of 15.99 and 34.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 1975 Cal 29 has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 29.8% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) and 42.9% for the 1975 Cal 29, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 349 (2019) provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 140L of fuel. The 1975 Cal 29 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 76L water and 45L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1975 Cal 29 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 349 (2019) 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 349 (2019) offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.