2001 Nautor Swan 42 vs Hunter 380 — Comparison
2001 Nautor Swan 42
Hunter 380
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2001 Nautor Swan 42 | Hunter 380 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Nautor Swan | Hunter |
| Year | 2001–2006 | 2001–2005 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Finland | USA |
| Designer | German Frers | Glenn Henderson |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) | 3.76 m (12.3 ft) |
| Draft | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,300 kg (20,503 lbs) | 7,257 kg (15,999 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,800 kg (8,378 lbs) | 2,722 kg (6,001 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 82.0 m² (883 ft²) | 64.0 m² (689 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 35 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 227 L (60.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2001 Nautor Swan 42 and Hunter 380 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2001 Nautor Swan 42 is a 2000s design by Nautor Swan from Finland, while the Hunter 380 is a 2000s offering from Hunter from USA. The 2001 Nautor Swan 42 was penned by German Frers. The Hunter 380 was designed by Glenn Henderson.
In terms of size, the 2001 Nautor Swan 42 measures 12.80m (42.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.96m, compared to the Hunter 380 at 11.58m (38.0ft) with a 3.76m beam. The 2001 Nautor Swan 42 is 1.22m longer than the Hunter 380. The 2001 Nautor Swan 42 displaces approximately 28% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2001 Nautor Swan 42 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.84 and 82.0 m² of sail area. The Hunter 380, with an SA/D of 17.35 and 64.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2001 Nautor Swan 42 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2001 Nautor Swan 42 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The Hunter 380 has a comfort ratio of 17.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 40.9% for the 2001 Nautor Swan 42 and 37.5% for the Hunter 380, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2001 Nautor Swan 42 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 300L of water capacity and 160L of fuel. The Hunter 380 offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 227L water and 114L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hunter 380 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 Nautor Swan 42 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 380 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.