1969 O'Day 22 vs Hunter 240 — Comparison
Hunter 240
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1969 O'Day 22 | Hunter 240 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | O'Day | Hunter |
| Year | 1969–1983 | 1999–2004 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | C. Raymond Hunt | Glenn Henderson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 6.71 m (22.0 ft) | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) |
| LWL | 5.72 m (18.8 ft) | 6.17 m (20.2 ft) |
| Beam | 2.29 m (7.5 ft) | 2.44 m (8.0 ft) |
| Draft | 0.99 m (3.2 ft) | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 862 kg (1,900 lbs) | 1,361 kg (3,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 318 kg (701 lbs) | 476 kg (1,049 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 17.7 m² (191 ft²) | 22.5 m² (242 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 6 HP | 8 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 15 L (4.0 gal) | 19 L (5.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 19 L (5.0 gal) | 30 L (7.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1969 O'Day 22 and Hunter 240 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1969 O'Day 22 is a classic design by O'Day from USA, while the Hunter 240 is a 1990s offering from Hunter from USA. The 1969 O'Day 22 was penned by C. Raymond Hunt. The Hunter 240 was designed by Glenn Henderson.
In terms of size, the 1969 O'Day 22 measures 6.71m (22.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.29m, compared to the Hunter 240 at 7.32m (24.0ft) with a 2.44m beam. The Hunter 240 is 0.61m longer than the 1969 O'Day 22. The Hunter 240 displaces approximately 58% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1969 O'Day 22 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.87 and 17.7 m² of sail area. The Hunter 240, with an SA/D of 18.62 and 22.5 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 1969 O'Day 22 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1969 O'Day 22 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 12.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.96). The Hunter 240 has a comfort ratio of 15.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.88. The ballast ratios are 36.9% for the 1969 O'Day 22 and 35.0% for the Hunter 240, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1969 O'Day 22 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 19L of water capacity and 15L of fuel. The Hunter 240 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 30L water and 19L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hunter 240 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 1969 O'Day 22 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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