1968 Pearson 22 vs 1971 C&C 27 — Comparison
1968 Pearson 22
1971 C&C 27
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1968 Pearson 22 | 1971 C&C 27 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Pearson | C&C Yachts |
| Year | 1968–1973 | 1971–1975 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Canada |
| Designer | William Shaw | Cuthbertson & Cassian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 6.71 m (22.0 ft) | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) |
| LWL | 5.18 m (17.0 ft) | 6.55 m (21.5 ft) |
| Beam | 2.13 m (7.0 ft) | 2.74 m (9.0 ft) |
| Draft | 0.99 m (3.2 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 1,134 kg (2,500 lbs) | 2,495 kg (5,501 lbs) |
| Ballast | 454 kg (1,001 lbs) | 1,043 kg (2,299 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 18.6 m² (200 ft²) | 31.0 m² (334 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Full | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 6 HP | 10 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 19 L (5.0 gal) | 38 L (10.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 23 L (6.1 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 5 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1968 Pearson 22 and 1971 C&C 27 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1968 Pearson 22 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 1968 Pearson 22 was penned by William Shaw. The 1971 C&C 27 was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian.
In terms of size, the 1968 Pearson 22 measures 6.71m (22.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.13m, compared to the 1971 C&C 27 at 8.23m (27.0ft) with a 2.74m beam. The 1971 C&C 27 is 1.52m longer than the 1968 Pearson 22. The 1971 C&C 27 displaces approximately 120% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1968 Pearson 22 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.39 and 18.6 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 1968 Pearson 22 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1968 Pearson 22 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 20.0) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.82). The 1971 C&C 27 has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.81. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1968 Pearson 22 and 41.8% for the 1971 C&C 27, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1968 Pearson 22 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 23L of water capacity and 19L 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 1968 Pearson 22 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1971 C&C 27 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.