1972 Islander 24 vs Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 — Comparison
1972 Islander 24
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1972 Islander 24 | Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Islander | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1972–1977 | 2010–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Alan Gurney | Daniel Andrieu |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) |
| LWL | 5.94 m (19.5 ft) | 8.92 m (29.3 ft) |
| Beam | 2.36 m (7.7 ft) | 3.25 m (10.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.14 m (3.7 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 1,588 kg (3,501 lbs) | 3,900 kg (8,598 lbs) |
| Ballast | 635 kg (1,400 lbs) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 23.5 m² (253 ft²) | 50.0 m² (538 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 7 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 23 L (6.1 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 38 L (10.0 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1972 Islander 24 and Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1972 Islander 24 is a 1970s design by Islander from USA, while the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1972 Islander 24 was penned by Alan Gurney. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 was designed by Daniel Andrieu.
In terms of size, the 1972 Islander 24 measures 7.32m (24.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.36m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 at 9.72m (31.9ft) with a 3.25m beam. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 is 2.40m longer than the 1972 Islander 24. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 displaces approximately 146% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1972 Islander 24 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.55 and 23.5 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200, with an SA/D of 20.51 and 50.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1972 Islander 24 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.81). The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has a comfort ratio of 14.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.83. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1972 Islander 24 and 38.5% for the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1972 Islander 24 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 38L of water capacity and 23L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 80L water and 60L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1972 Islander 24 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 Fast 3200 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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