1965 Pearson Vanguard vs 1971 C&C 27 — Comparison
1965 Pearson Vanguard
1971 C&C 27
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1965 Pearson Vanguard | 1971 C&C 27 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Pearson | C&C Yachts |
| Year | 1965–1972 | 1971–1975 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Canada |
| Designer | Philip Rhodes | Cuthbertson & Cassian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.83 m (32.3 ft) | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) |
| LWL | 7.01 m (23.0 ft) | 6.55 m (21.5 ft) |
| Beam | 2.84 m (9.3 ft) | 2.74 m (9.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 2,495 kg (5,501 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,678 kg (3,699 lbs) | 1,043 kg (2,299 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 36.0 m² (388 ft²) | 31.0 m² (334 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Full | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | 10 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 38 L (10.0 gal) | 38 L (10.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 5 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1965 Pearson Vanguard and 1971 C&C 27 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1965 Pearson Vanguard is a classic design by Pearson from USA, while the 1971 C&C 27 is a 1970s offering from C&C Yachts from Canada. The 1965 Pearson Vanguard was penned by Philip Rhodes. The 1971 C&C 27 was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian.
In terms of size, the 1965 Pearson Vanguard measures 9.83m (32.3ft) overall with a beam of 2.84m, compared to the 1971 C&C 27 at 8.23m (27.0ft) with a 2.74m beam. The 1965 Pearson Vanguard is 1.60m longer than the 1971 C&C 27. The 1965 Pearson Vanguard displaces approximately 64% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1965 Pearson Vanguard has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.32 and 36.0 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 1971 C&C 27 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1965 Pearson Vanguard offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 25.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.71). The 1971 C&C 27 has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.81. The ballast ratios are 41.1% for the 1965 Pearson Vanguard and 41.8% for the 1971 C&C 27, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1965 Pearson Vanguard provides 5 berths in 1 cabin with 57L of water capacity and 38L of fuel. The 1971 C&C 27 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 57L water and 38L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1965 Pearson Vanguard 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 1971 C&C 27 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.