1975 S2 9.2C vs Hunter 212 — Comparison
Hunter 212
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1975 S2 9.2C | Hunter 212 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | S2 | Hunter |
| Year | 1975–1982 | 2003–2008 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Arthur Edmunds | Glenn Henderson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 6.35 m (20.8 ft) |
| LWL | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) | 5.56 m (18.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.05 m (10.0 ft) | 2.26 m (7.4 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 0.99 m (3.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 680 kg (1,499 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,678 kg (3,699 lbs) | 168 kg (370 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 42.7 m² (460 ft²) | 16.0 m² (172 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Centerboard |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 4 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | — |
| Water Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 15 L (4.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 3 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1975 S2 9.2C and Hunter 212 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1975 S2 9.2C is a 1970s design by S2 from USA, while the Hunter 212 is a 2000s offering from Hunter from USA. The 1975 S2 9.2C was penned by Arthur Edmunds. The Hunter 212 was designed by Glenn Henderson.
In terms of size, the 1975 S2 9.2C measures 9.14m (30.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.05m, compared to the Hunter 212 at 6.35m (20.8ft) with a 2.26m beam. The 1975 S2 9.2C is 2.79m longer than the Hunter 212. The 1975 S2 9.2C displaces approximately 500% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1975 S2 9.2C has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.99 and 42.7 m² of sail area. The Hunter 212, with an SA/D of 21.04 and 16.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Hunter 212 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1975 S2 9.2C offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 21.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Hunter 212 has a comfort ratio of 10.5 and a capsize screening value of 1.03. The ballast ratios are 41.1% for the 1975 S2 9.2C and 24.7% for the Hunter 212, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1975 S2 9.2C provides 6 berths in 1 cabin with 76L of water capacity and 57L of fuel. The Hunter 212 offers 3 berths in 1 cabin with 15L water and unspecified fuel.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1975 S2 9.2C 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 Hunter 212 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1975 S2 9.2C 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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