1965 Pearson Vanguard vs Dufour 36 Classic — Comparison
1965 Pearson Vanguard
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1965 Pearson Vanguard | Dufour 36 Classic |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Pearson | Dufour |
| Year | 1965–1972 | 1996–2003 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Philip Rhodes | Umberto Felci |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.83 m (32.3 ft) | 10.90 m (35.8 ft) |
| LWL | 7.01 m (23.0 ft) | 9.60 m (31.5 ft) |
| Beam | 2.84 m (9.3 ft) | 3.50 m (11.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,678 kg (3,699 lbs) | 2,000 kg (4,409 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 36.0 m² (388 ft²) | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Full | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | 27 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 38 L (10.0 gal) | 110 L (29.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1965 Pearson Vanguard and Dufour 36 Classic represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1965 Pearson Vanguard is a classic design by Pearson from USA, while the Dufour 36 Classic is a 1990s offering from Dufour from France. The 1965 Pearson Vanguard was penned by Philip Rhodes. The Dufour 36 Classic was designed by Umberto Felci.
In terms of size, the 1965 Pearson Vanguard measures 9.83m (32.3ft) overall with a beam of 2.84m, compared to the Dufour 36 Classic at 10.90m (35.8ft) with a 3.50m beam. The Dufour 36 Classic is 1.07m longer than the 1965 Pearson Vanguard. The Dufour 36 Classic displaces approximately 52% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1965 Pearson Vanguard has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.32 and 36.0 m² of sail area. The Dufour 36 Classic, with an SA/D of 17.16 and 57.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Dufour 36 Classic has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1965 Pearson Vanguard offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 25.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.71). The Dufour 36 Classic has a comfort ratio of 18.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 41.1% for the 1965 Pearson Vanguard and 32.3% for the Dufour 36 Classic, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1965 Pearson Vanguard provides 5 berths in 1 cabin with 57L of water capacity and 38L of fuel. The Dufour 36 Classic offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 110L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1965 Pearson Vanguard 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 Dufour 36 Classic has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Dufour 36 Classic 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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