1970 Bristol 32 vs 2005 X-Yachts X-35 — Comparison
1970 Bristol 32
2005 X-Yachts X-35
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1970 Bristol 32 | 2005 X-Yachts X-35 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bristol | X-Yachts |
| Year | 1970–1977 | 2005–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Denmark |
| Designer | Halsey Herreshoff | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) | 10.59 m (34.7 ft) |
| LWL | 7.16 m (23.5 ft) | 9.40 m (30.8 ft) |
| Beam | 2.97 m (9.7 ft) | 3.30 m (10.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,905 kg (4,200 lbs) | 2,000 kg (4,409 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 40.2 m² (433 ft²) | 56.0 m² (603 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Full | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 65 L (17.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 130 L (34.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1970 Bristol 32 and 2005 X-Yachts X-35 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1970 Bristol 32 is a 1970s design by Bristol from USA, while the 2005 X-Yachts X-35 is a 2000s offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The 1970 Bristol 32 was penned by Halsey Herreshoff. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the 1970 Bristol 32 measures 9.75m (32.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.97m, compared to the 2005 X-Yachts X-35 at 10.59m (34.7ft) with a 3.30m beam. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 is 0.84m longer than the 1970 Bristol 32. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 displaces approximately 21% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1970 Bristol 32 has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.91 and 40.2 m² of sail area. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35, with an SA/D of 18.26 and 56.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1970 Bristol 32 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 26.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 42.0% for the 1970 Bristol 32 and 36.4% for the 2005 X-Yachts X-35, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1970 Bristol 32 provides 5 berths in 1 cabin with 76L of water capacity and 57L of fuel. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 130L water and 65L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1970 Bristol 32 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 2005 X-Yachts X-35 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 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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