1977 Nautor Swan 47 vs Hunter 380 — Comparison
1977 Nautor Swan 47
Hunter 380
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1977 Nautor Swan 47 | Hunter 380 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Nautor Swan | Hunter |
| Year | 1977–1985 | 2001–2005 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Finland | USA |
| Designer | Sparkman & Stephens | Glenn Henderson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.33 m (47.0 ft) | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.67 m (35.0 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.09 m (13.4 ft) | 3.76 m (12.3 ft) |
| Draft | 2.29 m (7.5 ft) | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,969 kg (33,001 lbs) | 7,257 kg (15,999 lbs) |
| Ballast | 6,350 kg (13,999 lbs) | 2,722 kg (6,001 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 89.2 m² (960 ft²) | 64.0 m² (689 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 35 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 227 L (60.0 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 454 L (119.9 gal) | 227 L (60.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1977 Nautor Swan 47 and Hunter 380 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1977 Nautor Swan 47 is a 1970s design by Nautor Swan from Finland, while the Hunter 380 is a 2000s offering from Hunter from USA. The 1977 Nautor Swan 47 was penned by Sparkman & Stephens. The Hunter 380 was designed by Glenn Henderson.
In terms of size, the 1977 Nautor Swan 47 measures 14.33m (47.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.09m, compared to the Hunter 380 at 11.58m (38.0ft) with a 3.76m beam. The 1977 Nautor Swan 47 is 2.75m longer than the Hunter 380. The 1977 Nautor Swan 47 displaces approximately 106% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1977 Nautor Swan 47 has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.92 and 89.2 m² of sail area. The Hunter 380, with an SA/D of 17.35 and 64.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hunter 380 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1977 Nautor Swan 47 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 25.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.67). The Hunter 380 has a comfort ratio of 17.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 42.4% for the 1977 Nautor Swan 47 and 37.5% for the Hunter 380, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1977 Nautor Swan 47 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 454L of water capacity and 227L of fuel. The Hunter 380 offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 227L water and 114L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1977 Nautor Swan 47 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 380 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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