1985 Beneteau First 285 vs Hanse 315 — Comparison
1985 Beneteau First 285
Hanse 315
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1985 Beneteau First 285 | Hanse 315 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Hanse |
| Year | 1985–1990 | 2010–2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Jean Berret | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 8.65 m (28.4 ft) | 9.65 m (31.7 ft) |
| LWL | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) | 8.55 m (28.1 ft) |
| Beam | 2.90 m (9.5 ft) | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 2,900 kg (6,393 lbs) | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,100 kg (2,425 lbs) | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 36.0 m² (388 ft²) | 41.5 m² (447 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 13 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 45 L (11.9 gal) | 85 L (22.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 76 L (20.1 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1985 Beneteau First 285 and Hanse 315 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1985 Beneteau First 285 is a 1980s design by Beneteau from France, while the Hanse 315 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 1985 Beneteau First 285 was penned by Jean Berret. The Hanse 315 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 1985 Beneteau First 285 measures 8.65m (28.4ft) overall with a beam of 2.90m, compared to the Hanse 315 at 9.65m (31.7ft) with a 3.15m beam. The Hanse 315 is 1.00m longer than the 1985 Beneteau First 285. The Hanse 315 displaces approximately 45% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1985 Beneteau First 285 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.99 and 36.0 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 1985 Beneteau First 285 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1985 Beneteau First 285 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.81). The Hanse 315 has a comfort ratio of 17.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 37.9% for the 1985 Beneteau First 285 and 28.6% for the Hanse 315, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1985 Beneteau First 285 provides 6 berths in 1 cabin with 76L of water capacity and 45L of fuel. The Hanse 315 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 120L water and 85L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1985 Beneteau First 285 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 1985 Beneteau First 285 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1985 Beneteau First 285 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.