1980 CS 33 vs Hanse 320 — Comparison
1980 CS 33
Hanse 320
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1980 CS 33 | Hanse 320 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | CS Yachts | Hanse |
| Year | 1980–1987 | 2005–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Canada | Germany |
| Designer | Ray Wall | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) | 9.92 m (32.5 ft) |
| LWL | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) | 8.80 m (28.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.20 m (10.5 ft) | 3.28 m (10.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,763 kg (10,501 lbs) | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) | 1,400 kg (3,086 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 49.1 m² (529 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 68 L (18.0 gal) | 90 L (23.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1980 CS 33 and Hanse 320 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1980 CS 33 is a 1980s design by CS Yachts from Canada, while the Hanse 320 is a 2000s offering from Hanse from Germany. The 1980 CS 33 was penned by Ray Wall. The Hanse 320 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 1980 CS 33 measures 10.06m (33.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.20m, compared to the Hanse 320 at 9.92m (32.5ft) with a 3.28m beam. The 1980 CS 33 is 0.14m longer than the Hanse 320. The 1980 CS 33 displaces approximately 4% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1980 CS 33 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.62 and 49.1 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 1980 CS 33 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1980 CS 33 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 20.2) 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 42.9% for the 1980 CS 33 and 30.4% for the Hanse 320, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1980 CS 33 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 68L of fuel. The Hanse 320 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L water and 90L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1980 CS 33 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 1980 CS 33 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.