2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 vs 1971 Nautor Swan 65 — Comparison
1971 Nautor Swan 65
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 | 1971 Nautor Swan 65 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hallberg-Rassy | Nautor Swan |
| Year | 2012–2020 | 1971–1989 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Sweden | Finland |
| Designer | German Frers | Sparkman & Stephens |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 19.50 m (64.0 ft) | 19.81 m (65.0 ft) |
| LWL | 16.80 m (55.1 ft) | 15.09 m (49.5 ft) |
| Beam | 5.30 m (17.4 ft) | 4.72 m (15.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.70 m (8.9 ft) | 2.74 m (9.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 30,000 kg (66,139 lbs) | 27,216 kg (60,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 11,000 kg (24,251 lbs) | 10,886 kg (23,999 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 165.0 m² (1,776 ft²) | 139.0 m² (1,496 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 230 HP | 120 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 900 L (237.8 gal) | 450 L (118.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 1300 L (343.4 gal) | 750 L (198.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 4 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 and 1971 Nautor Swan 65 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 is a modern design by Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden, while the 1971 Nautor Swan 65 is a 1970s offering from Nautor Swan from Finland. The 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 was penned by German Frers. The 1971 Nautor Swan 65 was designed by Sparkman & Stephens.
In terms of size, the 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 measures 19.50m (64.0ft) overall with a beam of 5.30m, compared to the 1971 Nautor Swan 65 at 19.81m (65.0ft) with a 4.72m beam. The 1971 Nautor Swan 65 is 0.31m longer than the 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64. The 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 displaces approximately 10% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.35 and 165.0 m² of sail area. The 1971 Nautor Swan 65, with an SA/D of 15.60 and 139.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.68). The 1971 Nautor Swan 65 has a comfort ratio of 19.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.63. The ballast ratios are 36.7% for the 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 and 40.0% for the 1971 Nautor Swan 65, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 provides 8 berths in 4 cabins with 1300L of water capacity and 900L of fuel. The 1971 Nautor Swan 65 offers 8 berths in 4 cabins with 750L water and 450L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1971 Nautor Swan 65 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 2012 Hallberg-Rassy 64 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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