1990 X-Yachts 452 vs Hunter 450 — Comparison
1990 X-Yachts 452
Hunter 450
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1990 X-Yachts 452 | Hunter 450 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | X-Yachts | Hunter |
| Year | 1990–1998 | 2001–2006 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Denmark | USA |
| Designer | Niels Jeppesen | Glenn Henderson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.72 m (45.0 ft) | 13.72 m (45.0 ft) |
| LWL | 11.28 m (37.0 ft) | 11.89 m (39.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) | 4.27 m (14.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) | 2.06 m (6.8 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,340 kg (25,000 lbs) | 10,886 kg (23,999 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,763 kg (10,501 lbs) | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 88.5 m² (953 ft²) | 86.0 m² (926 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 189 L (49.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 350 L (92.5 gal) | 341 L (90.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1990 X-Yachts 452 and Hunter 450 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1990 X-Yachts 452 is a 1990s design by X-Yachts from Denmark, while the Hunter 450 is a 2000s offering from Hunter from USA. The 1990 X-Yachts 452 was penned by Niels Jeppesen. The Hunter 450 was designed by Glenn Henderson.
In terms of size, the 1990 X-Yachts 452 measures 13.72m (45.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.96m, compared to the Hunter 450 at 13.72m (45.0ft) with a 4.27m beam. The 1990 X-Yachts 452 displaces approximately 4% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1990 X-Yachts 452 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.81 and 88.5 m² of sail area. The Hunter 450, with an SA/D of 17.79 and 86.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 1990 X-Yachts 452 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1990 X-Yachts 452 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.71). The Hunter 450 has a comfort ratio of 15.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 42.0% for the 1990 X-Yachts 452 and 37.5% for the Hunter 450, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1990 X-Yachts 452 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 350L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The Hunter 450 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 341L water and 189L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1990 X-Yachts 452 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 1990 X-Yachts 452 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hunter 450 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.