1975 C&C 30 vs 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34 — Comparison
1975 C&C 30
1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1975 C&C 30 | 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | C&C Yachts | Hallberg-Rassy |
| Year | 1975–1980 | 1997–2007 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Canada | Sweden |
| Designer | Cuthbertson & Cassian | German Frers |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 10.35 m (34.0 ft) |
| LWL | 7.92 m (26.0 ft) | 8.85 m (29.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) | 3.34 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,856 kg (8,501 lbs) | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,588 kg (3,501 lbs) | 2,400 kg (5,291 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 41.8 m² (450 ft²) | 53.0 m² (571 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 28 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1975 C&C 30 and 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1975 C&C 30 is a 1970s design by C&C Yachts from Canada, while the 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34 is a 1990s offering from Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden. The 1975 C&C 30 was penned by Cuthbertson & Cassian. The 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34 was designed by German Frers.
In terms of size, the 1975 C&C 30 measures 9.14m (30.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.15m, compared to the 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34 at 10.35m (34.0ft) with a 3.34m beam. The 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34 is 1.21m longer than the 1975 C&C 30. The 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34 displaces approximately 50% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1975 C&C 30 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.27 and 41.8 m² of sail area. The 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34, with an SA/D of 16.68 and 53.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1975 C&C 30 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1975 C&C 30 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34 has a comfort ratio of 20.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 41.2% for the 1975 C&C 30 and 41.4% for the 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1975 C&C 30 provides 6 berths in 1 cabin with 76L of water capacity and 57L of fuel. The 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 120L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1997 Hallberg-Rassy 34 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 1975 C&C 30 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.