1972 Morgan 30 vs Hanse 320 — Comparison
1972 Morgan 30
Hanse 320
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1972 Morgan 30 | Hanse 320 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Morgan | Hanse |
| Year | 1972–1977 | 2005–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Germany |
| Designer | Charley Morgan | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 9.92 m (32.5 ft) |
| LWL | 7.16 m (23.5 ft) | 8.80 m (28.9 ft) |
| Beam | 2.97 m (9.7 ft) | 3.28 m (10.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,856 kg (8,501 lbs) | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,497 kg (3,300 lbs) | 1,400 kg (3,086 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 37.2 m² (400 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 57 L (15.1 gal) | 90 L (23.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1972 Morgan 30 and Hanse 320 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1972 Morgan 30 is a 1970s design by Morgan from USA, while the Hanse 320 is a 2000s offering from Hanse from Germany. The 1972 Morgan 30 was penned by Charley Morgan. The Hanse 320 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 1972 Morgan 30 measures 9.14m (30.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.97m, compared to the Hanse 320 at 9.92m (32.5ft) with a 3.28m beam. The Hanse 320 is 0.78m longer than the 1972 Morgan 30. The Hanse 320 displaces approximately 19% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1972 Morgan 30 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.37 and 37.2 m² of sail area. The Hanse 320, with an SA/D of 16.90 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Hanse 320 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1972 Morgan 30 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 23.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Hanse 320 has a comfort ratio of 17.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 38.8% for the 1972 Morgan 30 and 30.4% for the Hanse 320, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1972 Morgan 30 provides 6 berths in 1 cabin with 76L of water capacity and 57L of fuel. The Hanse 320 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L water and 90L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1972 Morgan 30 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 320 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.