1965 Pearson Vanguard vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i — Comparison
1965 Pearson Vanguard
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1965 Pearson Vanguard | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Pearson | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1965–1972 | 2007–2013 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Philip Rhodes | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.83 m (32.3 ft) | 12.04 m (39.5 ft) |
| LWL | 7.01 m (23.0 ft) | 10.50 m (34.4 ft) |
| Beam | 2.84 m (9.3 ft) | 3.85 m (12.6 ft) |
| Draft | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 7,800 kg (17,196 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,678 kg (3,699 lbs) | 2,350 kg (5,181 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 36.0 m² (388 ft²) | 68.0 m² (732 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Full | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 38 L (10.0 gal) | 160 L (42.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 8 |
| Cabins | 1 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1965 Pearson Vanguard and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1965 Pearson Vanguard is a classic design by Pearson from USA, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1965 Pearson Vanguard was penned by Philip Rhodes. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the 1965 Pearson Vanguard measures 9.83m (32.3ft) overall with a beam of 2.84m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i at 12.04m (39.5ft) with a 3.85m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i is 2.21m longer than the 1965 Pearson Vanguard. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i displaces approximately 91% 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i, with an SA/D of 17.56 and 68.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i has a comfort ratio of 16.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 41.1% for the 1965 Pearson Vanguard and 30.1% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i, 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 300L water and 160L 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 39i 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 39i 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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