Hunter 36 vs 1987 C&C 44 — Comparison
Hunter 36
1987 C&C 44
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hunter 36 | 1987 C&C 44 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | C&C Yachts |
| Year | 1996–2001 | 1987–1993 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Canada |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | Cuthbertson & Cassian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.82 m (35.5 ft) | 13.41 m (44.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.56 m (11.7 ft) | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,897 kg (13,001 lbs) | 10,433 kg (23,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,313 kg (5,099 lbs) | 4,309 kg (9,500 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 56.0 m² (603 ft²) | 80.0 m² (861 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 27 HP | 45 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 95 L (25.1 gal) | 170 L (44.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hunter 36 and 1987 C&C 44 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hunter 36 is a 1990s design by Hunter from USA, while the 1987 C&C 44 is a 1980s offering from C&C Yachts from Canada. The Hunter 36 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The 1987 C&C 44 was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian.
In terms of size, the Hunter 36 measures 10.82m (35.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.56m, compared to the 1987 C&C 44 at 13.41m (44.0ft) with a 3.96m beam. The 1987 C&C 44 is 2.59m longer than the Hunter 36. The 1987 C&C 44 displaces approximately 77% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hunter 36 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.43 and 56.0 m² of sail area. The 1987 C&C 44, with an SA/D of 17.02 and 80.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hunter 36 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hunter 36 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.79). The 1987 C&C 44 has a comfort ratio of 18.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 39.2% for the Hunter 36 and 41.3% for the 1987 C&C 44, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hunter 36 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 170L of water capacity and 95L of fuel. The 1987 C&C 44 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 300L water and 170L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1987 C&C 44 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 36 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1987 C&C 44 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.