1975 S2 9.2C vs Hunter 260 — Comparison
Hunter 260
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1975 S2 9.2C | Hunter 260 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | S2 | Hunter |
| Year | 1975–1982 | 1998–2004 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Arthur Edmunds | Glenn Henderson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 7.85 m (25.8 ft) |
| LWL | 7.62 m (25.0 ft) | 6.86 m (22.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.05 m (10.0 ft) | 2.74 m (9.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,678 kg (3,699 lbs) | 771 kg (1,700 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 42.7 m² (460 ft²) | 27.5 m² (296 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 10 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 38 L (10.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 5 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1975 S2 9.2C and Hunter 260 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1975 S2 9.2C is a 1970s design by S2 from USA, while the Hunter 260 is a 1990s offering from Hunter from USA. The 1975 S2 9.2C was penned by Arthur Edmunds. The Hunter 260 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 260 at 7.85m (25.8ft) with a 2.74m beam. The 1975 S2 9.2C is 1.29m longer than the Hunter 260. The 1975 S2 9.2C displaces approximately 100% 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 260, with an SA/D of 17.37 and 27.5 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hunter 260 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 260 has a comfort ratio of 16.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.87. The ballast ratios are 41.1% for the 1975 S2 9.2C and 37.8% for the Hunter 260, 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 260 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 57L water and 38L fuel capacity.
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 260 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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