1985 Hunter 25.5 vs Hanse 315 — Comparison
1985 Hunter 25.5
Hanse 315
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1985 Hunter 25.5 | Hanse 315 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Hanse |
| Year | 1985–1992 | 2010–2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Germany |
| Designer | Hunter Design Team | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 7.77 m (25.5 ft) | 9.65 m (31.7 ft) |
| LWL | 6.55 m (21.5 ft) | 8.55 m (28.1 ft) |
| Beam | 2.59 m (8.5 ft) | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.37 m (4.5 ft) | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 1,588 kg (3,501 lbs) | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) |
| Ballast | 612 kg (1,349 lbs) | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 25.7 m² (277 ft²) | 41.5 m² (447 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 10 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 30 L (7.9 gal) | 85 L (22.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 38 L (10.0 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1985 Hunter 25.5 and Hanse 315 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1985 Hunter 25.5 is a 1980s design by Hunter from USA, while the Hanse 315 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 1985 Hunter 25.5 was penned by Hunter Design Team. The Hanse 315 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 1985 Hunter 25.5 measures 7.77m (25.5ft) overall with a beam of 2.59m, compared to the Hanse 315 at 9.65m (31.7ft) with a 3.15m beam. The Hanse 315 is 1.88m longer than the 1985 Hunter 25.5. The Hanse 315 displaces approximately 164% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1985 Hunter 25.5 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.19 and 25.7 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 Hunter 25.5 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1985 Hunter 25.5 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.89). The Hanse 315 has a comfort ratio of 17.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 38.5% for the 1985 Hunter 25.5 and 28.6% for the Hanse 315, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1985 Hunter 25.5 provides 5 berths in 1 cabin with 38L of water capacity and 30L of fuel. The Hanse 315 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 120L water and 85L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 315 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 Hunter 25.5 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 Hunter 25.5 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.