1992 Moody 41 vs 1997 Tartan 3700 — Comparison
1992 Moody 41
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1992 Moody 41 | 1997 Tartan 3700 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Moody | Tartan |
| Year | 1992–1998 | 1997–2006 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | UK | USA |
| Designer | Bill Dixon | Tim Jackett |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) | 11.28 m (37.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.86 m (12.7 ft) | 3.66 m (12.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,800 kg (21,605 lbs) | 7,031 kg (15,501 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,800 kg (8,378 lbs) | 2,948 kg (6,499 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 70.0 m² (754 ft²) | 62.0 m² (667 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 35 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 180 L (47.6 gal) | 130 L (34.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 360 L (95.1 gal) | 220 L (58.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1992 Moody 41 and 1997 Tartan 3700 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1992 Moody 41 is a 1990s design by Moody from UK, while the 1997 Tartan 3700 is a 1990s offering from Tartan from USA. The 1992 Moody 41 was penned by Bill Dixon. The 1997 Tartan 3700 was designed by Tim Jackett.
In terms of size, the 1992 Moody 41 measures 12.50m (41.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.86m, compared to the 1997 Tartan 3700 at 11.28m (37.0ft) with a 3.66m beam. The 1992 Moody 41 is 1.22m longer than the 1997 Tartan 3700. The 1992 Moody 41 displaces approximately 39% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1992 Moody 41 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.53 and 70.0 m² of sail area. The 1997 Tartan 3700, with an SA/D of 17.16 and 62.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 1997 Tartan 3700 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1992 Moody 41 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 20.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The 1997 Tartan 3700 has a comfort ratio of 18.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 38.8% for the 1992 Moody 41 and 41.9% for the 1997 Tartan 3700, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1992 Moody 41 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 360L of water capacity and 180L of fuel. The 1997 Tartan 3700 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 220L water and 130L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1992 Moody 41 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 1997 Tartan 3700 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1992 Moody 41 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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