1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 vs 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur — Comparison
1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 | 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Wauquiez | Wauquiez |
| Year | 1990–1998 | 1988–1998 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Jean-Marie Finot | Jean-Marie Finot |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) | 10.21 m (33.5 ft) |
| LWL | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) | 8.38 m (27.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) | 3.28 m (10.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,500 kg (9,921 lbs) | 5,443 kg (12,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,800 kg (3,968 lbs) | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) | 47.0 m² (506 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 22 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 65 L (17.2 gal) | 90 L (23.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 and 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 is a 1990s design by Wauquiez from France, while the 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur is a 1980s offering from Wauquiez from France. The 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 was penned by Jean-Marie Finot. The 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur was designed by Jean-Marie Finot.
In terms of size, the 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 measures 9.75m (32.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.15m, compared to the 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur at 10.21m (33.5ft) with a 3.28m beam. The 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur is 0.46m longer than the 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32. The 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur displaces approximately 21% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.66 and 42.0 m² of sail area. The 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur, with an SA/D of 15.43 and 47.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur has a comfort ratio of 21.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 and 41.7% for the 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 provides 5 berths in 2 cabins with 120L of water capacity and 65L of fuel. The 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L water and 90L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur 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 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1988 Wauquiez Gladiateur 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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