1982 S2 7.9 vs Hunter 240 — Comparison
Hunter 240
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1982 S2 7.9 | Hunter 240 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | S2 | Hunter |
| Year | 1982–1988 | 1999–2004 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | USA |
| Designer | Arthur Edmunds | Glenn Henderson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 7.90 m (25.9 ft) | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) |
| LWL | 6.71 m (22.0 ft) | 6.17 m (20.2 ft) |
| Beam | 2.84 m (9.3 ft) | 2.44 m (8.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) | 1,361 kg (3,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 907 kg (2,000 lbs) | 476 kg (1,049 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 31.6 m² (340 ft²) | 22.5 m² (242 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | 8 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 38 L (10.0 gal) | 19 L (5.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 30 L (7.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1982 S2 7.9 and Hunter 240 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1982 S2 7.9 is a 1980s design by S2 from USA, while the Hunter 240 is a 1990s offering from Hunter from USA. The 1982 S2 7.9 was penned by Arthur Edmunds. The Hunter 240 was designed by Glenn Henderson.
In terms of size, the 1982 S2 7.9 measures 7.90m (25.9ft) overall with a beam of 2.84m, compared to the Hunter 240 at 7.32m (24.0ft) with a 2.44m beam. The 1982 S2 7.9 is 0.58m longer than the Hunter 240. The 1982 S2 7.9 displaces approximately 67% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1982 S2 7.9 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.61 and 31.6 m² of sail area. The Hunter 240, with an SA/D of 18.62 and 22.5 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hunter 240 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1982 S2 7.9 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.87). The Hunter 240 has a comfort ratio of 15.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.88. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1982 S2 7.9 and 35.0% for the Hunter 240, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1982 S2 7.9 provides 5 berths in 1 cabin with 57L of water capacity and 38L of fuel. The Hunter 240 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 30L water and 19L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1982 S2 7.9 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 240 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1982 S2 7.9 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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