1984 Nautor Swan 57 vs Hanse 588 — Comparison
1984 Nautor Swan 57
Hanse 588
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1984 Nautor Swan 57 | Hanse 588 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Nautor Swan | Hanse |
| Year | 1984–1990 | 2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Finland | Germany |
| Designer | German Frers | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 17.37 m (57.0 ft) | 17.55 m (57.6 ft) |
| LWL | 13.41 m (44.0 ft) | 15.62 m (51.2 ft) |
| Beam | 4.57 m (15.0 ft) | 5.09 m (16.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.59 m (8.5 ft) | 2.60 m (8.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 23,587 kg (52,000 lbs) | 19,000 kg (41,888 lbs) |
| Ballast | 9,072 kg (20,000 lbs) | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 130.0 m² (1,399 ft²) | 143.0 m² (1,539 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 400 L (105.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 600 L (158.5 gal) | 700 L (184.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 10 |
| Cabins | 4 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1984 Nautor Swan 57 and Hanse 588 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1984 Nautor Swan 57 is a 1980s design by Nautor Swan from Finland, while the Hanse 588 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 1984 Nautor Swan 57 was penned by German Frers. The Hanse 588 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 1984 Nautor Swan 57 measures 17.37m (57.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.57m, compared to the Hanse 588 at 17.55m (57.6ft) with a 5.09m beam. The Hanse 588 is 0.18m longer than the 1984 Nautor Swan 57. The 1984 Nautor Swan 57 displaces approximately 24% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1984 Nautor Swan 57 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.05 and 130.0 m² of sail area. The Hanse 588, with an SA/D of 20.40 and 143.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Hanse 588 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1984 Nautor Swan 57 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 22.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.64). The Hanse 588 has a comfort ratio of 12.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 38.5% for the 1984 Nautor Swan 57 and 32.6% for the Hanse 588, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1984 Nautor Swan 57 provides 8 berths in 4 cabins with 600L of water capacity and 400L of fuel. The Hanse 588 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 700L water and 400L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1984 Nautor Swan 57 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 588 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 588 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.