2005 Najad 460 vs 1987 C&C 44 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2005 Najad 460 | 1987 C&C 44 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Najad | C&C Yachts |
| Year | 2005–2013 | 1987–1993 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | Canada |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Cuthbertson & Cassian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.10 m (46.3 ft) | 13.41 m (44.0 ft) |
| LWL | 11.80 m (38.7 ft) | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 13,500 kg (29,762 lbs) | 10,433 kg (23,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) | 4,309 kg (9,500 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 97.0 m² (1,044 ft²) | 80.0 m² (861 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 100 HP | 45 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 320 L (84.5 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 560 L (147.9 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2005 Najad 460 and 1987 C&C 44 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2005 Najad 460 is a 2000s design by Najad from Sweden, while the 1987 C&C 44 is a 1980s offering from C&C Yachts from Canada. The 2005 Najad 460 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 1987 C&C 44 was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian.
In terms of size, the 2005 Najad 460 measures 14.10m (46.3ft) overall with a beam of 4.20m, compared to the 1987 C&C 44 at 13.41m (44.0ft) with a 3.96m beam. The 2005 Najad 460 is 0.69m longer than the 1987 C&C 44. The 2005 Najad 460 displaces approximately 29% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2005 Najad 460 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.38 and 97.0 m² of sail area. The 1987 C&C 44, with an SA/D of 17.02 and 80.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2005 Najad 460 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2005 Najad 460 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.71). The 1987 C&C 44 has a comfort ratio of 18.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 38.5% for the 2005 Najad 460 and 41.3% for the 1987 C&C 44, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2005 Najad 460 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 560L of water capacity and 320L of fuel. The 1987 C&C 44 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 300L water and 170L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2005 Najad 460 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 Najad 460 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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