1982 S2 11.0A vs Hunter 36 — Comparison
1982 S2 11.0A
Hunter 36
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1982 S2 11.0A | Hunter 36 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | S2 | Hunter |
| Year | 1982–1987 | 1996–2001 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Arthur Edmunds | Glenn Henderson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 10.82 m (35.5 ft) |
| LWL | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) | 3.56 m (11.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,670 kg (12,500 lbs) | 5,897 kg (13,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) | 2,313 kg (5,099 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) | 56.0 m² (603 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 22 HP | 27 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1982 S2 11.0A and Hunter 36 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1982 S2 11.0A is a 1980s design by S2 from USA, while the Hunter 36 is a 1990s offering from Hunter from USA. The 1982 S2 11.0A was penned by Arthur Edmunds. The Hunter 36 was designed by Glenn Henderson.
In terms of size, the 1982 S2 11.0A measures 10.97m (36.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.40m, compared to the Hunter 36 at 10.82m (35.5ft) with a 3.56m beam. The 1982 S2 11.0A is 0.15m longer than the Hunter 36. The Hunter 36 displaces approximately 4% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1982 S2 11.0A has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.57 and 55.0 m² of sail area. The Hunter 36, with an SA/D of 17.43 and 56.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 1982 S2 11.0A has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1982 S2 11.0A offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Hunter 36 has a comfort ratio of 17.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1982 S2 11.0A and 39.2% for the Hunter 36, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1982 S2 11.0A provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 76L of fuel. The Hunter 36 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L water and 95L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1982 S2 11.0A 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 1982 S2 11.0A 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.