1982 S2 11.0A vs 2016 Elan GT5 — Comparison
1982 S2 11.0A
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1982 S2 11.0A | 2016 Elan GT5 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | S2 | Elan |
| Year | 1982–1987 | 2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Slovenia |
| Designer | Arthur Edmunds | Rob Humphreys / Studio F.A. Porsche |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 13.85 m (45.4 ft) |
| LWL | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 12.20 m (40.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) | 4.28 m (14.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,670 kg (12,500 lbs) | 10,200 kg (22,487 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) | 92.0 m² (990 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 22 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 160 L (42.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1982 S2 11.0A and 2016 Elan GT5 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1982 S2 11.0A is a 1980s design by S2 from USA, while the 2016 Elan GT5 is a modern offering from Elan from Slovenia. The 1982 S2 11.0A was penned by Arthur Edmunds. The 2016 Elan GT5 was designed by Rob Humphreys / Studio F.A. Porsche.
In terms of size, the 1982 S2 11.0A measures 10.97m (36.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.40m, compared to the 2016 Elan GT5 at 13.85m (45.4ft) with a 4.28m beam. The 2016 Elan GT5 is 2.88m longer than the 1982 S2 11.0A. The 2016 Elan GT5 displaces approximately 80% 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 2016 Elan GT5, with an SA/D of 19.87 and 92.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2016 Elan GT5 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 2016 Elan GT5 has a comfort ratio of 14.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1982 S2 11.0A and 31.4% for the 2016 Elan GT5, 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 2016 Elan GT5 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L water and 160L 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 2016 Elan GT5 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2016 Elan GT5 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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