DB-1 vs DB-2
How do the DB-1 and DB-2 compare? Below, their dimensions, displacement, sail area and the standard design ratios side by side, followed by a data-driven summary.
DB-1 | DB-1 | DB-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Length overall | 33.1 ft10.10 m | 33.1 ft10.10 m |
| Waterline length | 26.6 ft8.10 m | 26.2 ft8.00 m |
| Beam | 11.2 ft3.41 m | 11.2 ft3.40 m |
| Draft | 6.2 ft1.88 m | 6.2 ft1.90 m |
| Displacement | 7,275 lb3,300 kg | 6,945 lb3,150 kg |
| Ballast | 3,525 lb1,599 kg | 3,627 lb1,645 kg |
| Sail area | 516 ft²47.9 m² | 565 ft²52.5 m² |
| SA / Displacement | 21.99 | 24.83 |
| Displacement / Length | 173 | 172 |
| Comfort ratio | 15.8 | 15.3 |
| Capsize screening | 2.31 | 2.34 |
| Hull speed (kn) | 6.9 | 6.9 |
DB-1 vs DB-2: the short version
- The DB-1 and DB-2 are close in length (33.1 ft10.10 m vs 33.1 ft10.10 m ).
- On sail area/displacement the DB-2 carries the more powerful rig (24.8 vs 22.0), favouring lighter-air performance.
- The DB-1 scores higher on the Brewer comfort ratio, suggesting an easier motion in a seaway.
- By the capsize screening formula the DB-1 rates better for offshore work (2.31 vs 2.34).
Ratios are guidelines computed from published specs; condition, layout and gear matter as much as the numbers.