2010 Dehler 32 vs 1974 O'Day 23 — Comparison
1974 O'Day 23
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Dehler 32 | 1974 O'Day 23 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dehler | O'Day |
| Year | 2010–2017 | 1974–1983 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | USA |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | C. Raymond Hunt |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.90 m (32.5 ft) | 6.93 m (22.7 ft) |
| LWL | 8.95 m (29.4 ft) | 5.79 m (19.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.16 m (10.4 ft) | 2.24 m (7.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 1.02 m (3.3 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,400 kg (9,700 lbs) | 816 kg (1,799 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 295 kg (650 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 53.0 m² (571 ft²) | 17.5 m² (188 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 5 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 55 L (14.5 gal) | 11 L (2.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 15 L (4.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 4 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Dehler 32 and 1974 O'Day 23 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Dehler 32 is a modern design by Dehler from Germany, while the 1974 O'Day 23 is a 1970s offering from O'Day from USA. The 2010 Dehler 32 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The 1974 O'Day 23 was designed by C. Raymond Hunt.
In terms of size, the 2010 Dehler 32 measures 9.90m (32.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.16m, compared to the 1974 O'Day 23 at 6.93m (22.7ft) with a 2.24m beam. The 2010 Dehler 32 is 2.97m longer than the 1974 O'Day 23. The 2010 Dehler 32 displaces approximately 439% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2010 Dehler 32 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.06 and 53.0 m² of sail area. The 1974 O'Day 23, with an SA/D of 20.38 and 17.5 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The 1974 O'Day 23 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2010 Dehler 32 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 1974 O'Day 23 has a comfort ratio of 11.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.96. The ballast ratios are 34.1% for the 2010 Dehler 32 and 36.2% for the 1974 O'Day 23, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2010 Dehler 32 provides 5 berths in 2 cabins with 100L of water capacity and 55L of fuel. The 1974 O'Day 23 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 15L water and 11L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2010 Dehler 32 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 1974 O'Day 23 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2010 Dehler 32 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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