1982 S2 11.0A vs Hanse 315 — Comparison
1982 S2 11.0A
Hanse 315
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1982 S2 11.0A | Hanse 315 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | S2 | Hanse |
| Year | 1982–1987 | 2010–2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Germany |
| Designer | Arthur Edmunds | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 9.65 m (31.7 ft) |
| LWL | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 8.55 m (28.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,670 kg (12,500 lbs) | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,268 kg (5,000 lbs) | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 55.0 m² (592 ft²) | 41.5 m² (447 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 22 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 85 L (22.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 4 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1982 S2 11.0A and Hanse 315 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1982 S2 11.0A is a 1980s design by S2 from USA, while the Hanse 315 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 1982 S2 11.0A was penned by Arthur Edmunds. The Hanse 315 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 1982 S2 11.0A measures 10.97m (36.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.40m, compared to the Hanse 315 at 9.65m (31.7ft) with a 3.15m beam. The 1982 S2 11.0A is 1.32m longer than the Hanse 315. The 1982 S2 11.0A displaces approximately 35% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1982 S2 11.0A has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.57 and 55.0 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 1982 S2 11.0A has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1982 S2 11.0A offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Hanse 315 has a comfort ratio of 17.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1982 S2 11.0A and 28.6% for the Hanse 315, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1982 S2 11.0A provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 76L of fuel. The Hanse 315 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 120L water and 85L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1982 S2 11.0A 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 1982 S2 11.0A has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1982 S2 11.0A offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.