1977 Cape Dory 22 vs Hanse 315 — Comparison
1977 Cape Dory 22
Hanse 315
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1977 Cape Dory 22 | Hanse 315 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Cape Dory | Hanse |
| Year | 1977–1983 | 2010–2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Germany |
| Designer | Carl Alberg | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 6.71 m (22.0 ft) | 9.65 m (31.7 ft) |
| LWL | 5.18 m (17.0 ft) | 8.55 m (28.1 ft) |
| Beam | 2.13 m (7.0 ft) | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) |
| Draft | 0.91 m (3.0 ft) | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 1,089 kg (2,401 lbs) | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) |
| Ballast | 454 kg (1,001 lbs) | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 18.2 m² (196 ft²) | 41.5 m² (447 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Full | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 7 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 19 L (5.0 gal) | 85 L (22.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 23 L (6.1 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1977 Cape Dory 22 and Hanse 315 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1977 Cape Dory 22 is a 1970s design by Cape Dory from USA, while the Hanse 315 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 1977 Cape Dory 22 was penned by Carl Alberg. The Hanse 315 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 1977 Cape Dory 22 measures 6.71m (22.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.13m, compared to the Hanse 315 at 9.65m (31.7ft) with a 3.15m beam. The Hanse 315 is 2.94m longer than the 1977 Cape Dory 22. The Hanse 315 displaces approximately 286% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1977 Cape Dory 22 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.48 and 18.2 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 1977 Cape Dory 22 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1977 Cape Dory 22 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.83). The Hanse 315 has a comfort ratio of 17.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 41.7% for the 1977 Cape Dory 22 and 28.6% for the Hanse 315, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1977 Cape Dory 22 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 23L of water capacity and 19L of fuel. The Hanse 315 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 120L water and 85L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1977 Cape Dory 22 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 1977 Cape Dory 22 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.