1985 Hunter 25.5 vs 1971 C&C 27 — Comparison
1971 C&C 27
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1985 Hunter 25.5 | 1971 C&C 27 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | C&C Yachts |
| Year | 1985–1992 | 1971–1975 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Canada |
| Designer | Hunter Design Team | Cuthbertson & Cassian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 7.77 m (25.5 ft) | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) |
| LWL | 6.55 m (21.5 ft) | 6.55 m (21.5 ft) |
| Beam | 2.59 m (8.5 ft) | 2.74 m (9.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 1,588 kg (3,501 lbs) | 2,495 kg (5,501 lbs) |
| Ballast | 612 kg (1,349 lbs) | 1,043 kg (2,299 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 25.7 m² (277 ft²) | 31.0 m² (334 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | 10 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 30 L (7.9 gal) | 38 L (10.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 38 L (10.0 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 5 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1985 Hunter 25.5 and 1971 C&C 27 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1985 Hunter 25.5 is a 1980s design by Hunter from USA, while the 1971 C&C 27 is a 1970s offering from C&C Yachts from Canada. The 1985 Hunter 25.5 was penned by Hunter Design Team. The 1971 C&C 27 was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian.
In terms of size, the 1985 Hunter 25.5 measures 7.77m (25.5ft) overall with a beam of 2.59m, compared to the 1971 C&C 27 at 8.23m (27.0ft) with a 2.74m beam. The 1971 C&C 27 is 0.46m longer than the 1985 Hunter 25.5. The 1971 C&C 27 displaces approximately 57% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1985 Hunter 25.5 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.19 and 25.7 m² of sail area. The 1971 C&C 27, with an SA/D of 17.13 and 31.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 1985 Hunter 25.5 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1985 Hunter 25.5 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.89). The 1971 C&C 27 has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.81. The ballast ratios are 38.5% for the 1985 Hunter 25.5 and 41.8% for the 1971 C&C 27, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1985 Hunter 25.5 provides 5 berths in 1 cabin with 38L of water capacity and 30L of fuel. The 1971 C&C 27 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 57L water and 38L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1971 C&C 27 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 1985 Hunter 25.5 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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