1991 Hunter 33.5 vs 1995 Feeling 39 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1991 Hunter 33.5 | 1995 Feeling 39 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Feeling |
| Year | 1991–1996 | 1995–2003 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | Philippe Harlé |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) | 11.80 m (38.7 ft) |
| LWL | 8.84 m (29.0 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.51 m (11.5 ft) | 3.78 m (12.4 ft) |
| Draft | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,443 kg (12,000 lbs) | 7,800 kg (17,196 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) | 3,000 kg (6,614 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 50.7 m² (546 ft²) | 66.0 m² (710 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Shoal draft | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 22 HP | 35 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 95 L (25.1 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 152 L (40.2 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1991 Hunter 33.5 and 1995 Feeling 39 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1991 Hunter 33.5 is a 1990s design by Hunter from USA, while the 1995 Feeling 39 is a 1990s offering from Feeling from France. The 1991 Hunter 33.5 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The 1995 Feeling 39 was designed by Philippe Harlé.
In terms of size, the 1991 Hunter 33.5 measures 10.06m (33.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.51m, compared to the 1995 Feeling 39 at 11.80m (38.7ft) with a 3.78m beam. The 1995 Feeling 39 is 1.74m longer than the 1991 Hunter 33.5. The 1995 Feeling 39 displaces approximately 43% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1991 Hunter 33.5 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.65 and 50.7 m² of sail area. The 1995 Feeling 39, with an SA/D of 17.05 and 66.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 1995 Feeling 39 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1991 Hunter 33.5 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The 1995 Feeling 39 has a comfort ratio of 18.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 37.5% for the 1991 Hunter 33.5 and 38.5% for the 1995 Feeling 39, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1991 Hunter 33.5 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 152L of water capacity and 95L of fuel. The 1995 Feeling 39 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 250L water and 120L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1991 Hunter 33.5 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 1995 Feeling 39 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.
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