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American Constitution vs Star Clipper
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The verdict
Which should you choose?
American Constitution is an intimate American Cruise Lines ship carrying 175 passengers, in service since 2018. Star Clipper is an intimate Star Clippers ship carrying 170 passengers, in service since 1992. American Constitution has no Bliss scores yet, so the verdict rests on the figures we do hold.
Choose American Constitution if you want more space per passenger or a newer ship: it has 23.2 gross tons per passenger (vs 13.5) and its maiden voyage was in 2018 (vs 1992).
Choose Star Clipper if you want more crew per passenger: it has a crew member for every 2.4 passengers (vs 3.9).
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Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| American Constitution | Star Clipper | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | American Cruise Lines | Star Clippers |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2018 (better) | 1992 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | — | 2014 |
| Gross tonnage | 4,057 | 2,298 |
| Passengers | 175 | 170 |
| Crew | 45 | 72 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.9 | 2.4 (better) |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 23.2 (better) | 13.5 |
| Decks | 6 | 4 |
| Length | 270 ft | 360 ft |
| Beam | 56 ft | 50 ft |
| Speed | 14 mph | — |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 8 / 10 (better) | 7 / 10 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
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American Constitution has no Bliss scores yet.
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American Cruise Lines
American Constitution
The 175-passenger river ship American Constitution from American Cruise Lines debuted in spring 2018 with a patriotic theme and American Revolution cruises. She's a twin sister of American Constellation, which launched in May 2017 with similar itineraries in the Northeast and Southeast.
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Star Clippers
Star Clipper
Star Clipper is a true clipper ship, reflecting its proud heritage in every inch of its polished brass. Star Clippers' unique vessel offers passengers a "new age of sail," where tradition meets present-day amenities. At 360 feet long, this ship carries 170 guests and aims to provide a yacht-like experience.
Highlights
- Two onboard swimming pools
- Indoor/outdoor Tropical Bar
- Open-seating for all meals
Questions
American Constitution or Star Clipper?
Which is bigger, American Constitution or Star Clipper?
American Constitution is bigger at 4,057 gross tons, against 2,298 gross tons for Star Clipper. American Constitution carries 175 passengers and Star Clipper carries 170.
Which ship is newer, American Constitution or Star Clipper?
American Constitution is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2018 against 1992 for Star Clipper.
Which has more space per passenger?
American Constitution, with 23.2 gross tons per passenger against 13.5 on Star Clipper. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Star Clipper, with one crew member for every 2.4 passengers against one for every 3.9 on American Constitution.
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