1986 Catalina 27 vs 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 — Comparison
1986 Catalina 27
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1986 Catalina 27 | 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | X-Yachts |
| Year | 1986–1991 | 2010–2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Denmark |
| Designer | Frank Butler | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) | 10.57 m (34.7 ft) |
| LWL | 6.86 m (22.5 ft) | 9.20 m (30.2 ft) |
| Beam | 2.69 m (8.8 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 2,722 kg (6,001 lbs) | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,089 kg (2,401 lbs) | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 30.9 m² (333 ft²) | 52.0 m² (560 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 70 L (18.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1986 Catalina 27 and 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1986 Catalina 27 is a 1980s design by Catalina from USA, while the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 is a modern offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The 1986 Catalina 27 was penned by Frank Butler. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the 1986 Catalina 27 measures 8.23m (27.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.69m, compared to the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 at 10.57m (34.7ft) with a 3.35m beam. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 is 2.34m longer than the 1986 Catalina 27. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 displaces approximately 113% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1986 Catalina 27 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.11 and 30.9 m² of sail area. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35, with an SA/D of 16.37 and 52.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1986 Catalina 27 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 21.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 has a comfort ratio of 19.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1986 Catalina 27 and 36.2% for the 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1986 Catalina 27 provides 6 berths in 1 cabin with 76L of water capacity and 57L of fuel. The 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 140L water and 70L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1986 Catalina 27 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 2010 X-Yachts Xc 35 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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