1965 Pearson Vanguard vs Hanse 315 — Comparison
1965 Pearson Vanguard
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1965 Pearson Vanguard | Hanse 315 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Pearson | Hanse |
| Year | 1965–1972 | 2010–2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Germany |
| Designer | Philip Rhodes | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.83 m (32.3 ft) | 9.65 m (31.7 ft) |
| LWL | 7.01 m (23.0 ft) | 8.55 m (28.1 ft) |
| Beam | 2.84 m (9.3 ft) | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,678 kg (3,699 lbs) | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 36.0 m² (388 ft²) | 41.5 m² (447 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Full | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 38 L (10.0 gal) | 85 L (22.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1965 Pearson Vanguard and Hanse 315 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1965 Pearson Vanguard is a classic design by Pearson from USA, while the Hanse 315 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 1965 Pearson Vanguard was penned by Philip Rhodes. The Hanse 315 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 1965 Pearson Vanguard measures 9.83m (32.3ft) overall with a beam of 2.84m, compared to the Hanse 315 at 9.65m (31.7ft) with a 3.15m beam. The 1965 Pearson Vanguard is 0.18m longer than the Hanse 315. The Hanse 315 displaces approximately 3% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1965 Pearson Vanguard has modest sail power for its displacement with an SA/D ratio of 14.32 and 36.0 m² of sail area. The Hanse 315, with an SA/D of 16.20 and 41.5 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Hanse 315 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1965 Pearson Vanguard offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 25.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.71). The Hanse 315 has a comfort ratio of 17.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 41.1% for the 1965 Pearson Vanguard and 28.6% for the Hanse 315, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1965 Pearson Vanguard provides 5 berths in 1 cabin with 57L of water capacity and 38L of fuel. The Hanse 315 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 120L water and 85L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1965 Pearson Vanguard 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 Hanse 315 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1965 Pearson Vanguard offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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