2001 Hunter 216 vs 1971 C&C 27 — Comparison
2001 Hunter 216
1971 C&C 27
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2001 Hunter 216 | 1971 C&C 27 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | C&C Yachts |
| Year | 2001–2008 | 1971–1975 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Canada |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | Cuthbertson & Cassian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 6.50 m (21.3 ft) | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) |
| LWL | 5.64 m (18.5 ft) | 6.55 m (21.5 ft) |
| Beam | 2.34 m (7.7 ft) | 2.74 m (9.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 907 kg (2,000 lbs) | 2,495 kg (5,501 lbs) |
| Ballast | 340 kg (750 lbs) | 1,043 kg (2,299 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 17.5 m² (188 ft²) | 31.0 m² (334 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 5 HP | 10 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 15 L (4.0 gal) | 38 L (10.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 19 L (5.0 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 3 | 5 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2001 Hunter 216 and 1971 C&C 27 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2001 Hunter 216 is a 2000s design by Hunter from USA, while the 1971 C&C 27 is a 1970s offering from C&C Yachts from Canada. The 2001 Hunter 216 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The 1971 C&C 27 was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian.
In terms of size, the 2001 Hunter 216 measures 6.50m (21.3ft) overall with a beam of 2.34m, compared to the 1971 C&C 27 at 8.23m (27.0ft) with a 2.74m beam. The 1971 C&C 27 is 1.73m longer than the 2001 Hunter 216. The 1971 C&C 27 displaces approximately 175% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2001 Hunter 216 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.99 and 17.5 m² of sail area. The 1971 C&C 27, with an SA/D of 17.13 and 31.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2001 Hunter 216 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2001 Hunter 216 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 12.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.97). The 1971 C&C 27 has a comfort ratio of 20.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.81. The ballast ratios are 37.5% for the 2001 Hunter 216 and 41.8% for the 1971 C&C 27, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2001 Hunter 216 provides 3 berths in 1 cabin with 19L of water capacity and 15L of fuel. The 1971 C&C 27 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 57L water and 38L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1971 C&C 27 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 2001 Hunter 216 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1971 C&C 27 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.