1982 S2 11.0A vs Hunter 356 — Comparison
1982 S2 11.0A
Hunter 356
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1982 S2 11.0A | Hunter 356 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | S2 | Hunter |
| Year | 1982–1987 | 2000–2005 |
| 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) | 9.30 m (30.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) | 3.53 m (11.6 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,670 kg (12,500 lbs) | 5,443 kg (12,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) | 2,177 kg (4,799 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) | 53.0 m² (571 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 22 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 151 L (39.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1982 S2 11.0A and Hunter 356 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1982 S2 11.0A is a 1980s design by S2 from USA, while the Hunter 356 is a 2000s offering from Hunter from USA. The 1982 S2 11.0A was penned by Arthur Edmunds. The Hunter 356 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 356 at 10.82m (35.5ft) with a 3.53m beam. The 1982 S2 11.0A is 0.15m longer than the Hunter 356. The 1982 S2 11.0A 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 356, with an SA/D of 17.40 and 53.0 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 356 has a comfort ratio of 16.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.80. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1982 S2 11.0A and 40.0% for the Hunter 356, 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 356 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 151L water and 76L 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.