1980 CS 33 vs 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 — Comparison
1980 CS 33
1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1980 CS 33 | 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | CS Yachts | Hinckley |
| Year | 1980–1987 | 1980–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Yawl |
| Country | Canada | USA |
| Designer | Ray Wall | McCurdy & Rhodes |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) | 12.19 m (40.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) | 8.69 m (28.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.20 m (10.5 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,763 kg (10,501 lbs) | 8,165 kg (18,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) | 3,402 kg (7,500 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 49.1 m² (529 ft²) | 62.4 m² (672 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Full |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 35 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 68 L (18.0 gal) | 151 L (39.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 265 L (70.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1980 CS 33 and 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 represent different approaches to sailboat design. The 1980 CS 33 is a 1980s design by CS Yachts from Canada, while the 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 is a 1980s offering from Hinckley from USA. The 1980 CS 33 was penned by Ray Wall. The 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 was designed by McCurdy & Rhodes.
In terms of size, the 1980 CS 33 measures 10.06m (33.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.20m, compared to the 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 at 12.19m (40.0ft) with a 3.35m beam. The 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 is 2.13m longer than the 1980 CS 33. The 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 displaces approximately 71% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1980 CS 33 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.62 and 49.1 m² of sail area. The 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40, with an SA/D of 15.63 and 62.4 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1980 CS 33 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1980 CS 33 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 20.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 has a comfort ratio of 26.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.67. The ballast ratios are 42.9% for the 1980 CS 33 and 41.7% for the 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1980 CS 33 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 68L of fuel. The 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 265L water and 151L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1980 Hinckley Bermuda 40 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 1980 CS 33 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.