1974 C&C 35 Mk II vs Hanse 445 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1974 C&C 35 Mk II | Hanse 445 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | C&C Yachts | Hanse |
| Year | 1974–1979 | 2012–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Canada | Germany |
| Designer | Cuthbertson & Cassian | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.67 m (35.0 ft) | 13.50 m (44.3 ft) |
| LWL | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) | 11.80 m (38.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.25 m (10.7 ft) | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.83 m (6.0 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,216 kg (11,499 lbs) | 10,100 kg (22,267 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 51.1 m² (550 ft²) | 87.0 m² (937 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 68 L (18.0 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 370 L (97.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1974 C&C 35 Mk II and Hanse 445 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1974 C&C 35 Mk II is a 1970s design by C&C Yachts from Canada, while the Hanse 445 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 1974 C&C 35 Mk II was penned by Cuthbertson & Cassian. The Hanse 445 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 1974 C&C 35 Mk II measures 10.67m (35.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.25m, compared to the Hanse 445 at 13.50m (44.3ft) with a 4.20m beam. The Hanse 445 is 2.83m longer than the 1974 C&C 35 Mk II. The Hanse 445 displaces approximately 94% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1974 C&C 35 Mk II has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.26 and 51.1 m² of sail area. The Hanse 445, with an SA/D of 18.91 and 87.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 445 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1974 C&C 35 Mk II offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 20.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The Hanse 445 has a comfort ratio of 15.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 43.5% for the 1974 C&C 35 Mk II and 31.7% for the Hanse 445, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1974 C&C 35 Mk II provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 68L of fuel. The Hanse 445 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 370L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1974 C&C 35 Mk II 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 445 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hanse 445 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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