1988 Swan 38 vs Hanse 320 — Comparison
1988 Swan 38
Hanse 320
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1988 Swan 38 | Hanse 320 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Nautor Swan | Hanse |
| Year | 1988–1993 | 2005–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Finland | Germany |
| Designer | German Frers | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.55 m (37.9 ft) | 9.92 m (32.5 ft) |
| LWL | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) | 8.80 m (28.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.55 m (11.6 ft) | 3.28 m (10.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,484 kg (16,499 lbs) | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) | 1,400 kg (3,086 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 63.2 m² (680 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 35 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 90 L (23.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1988 Swan 38 and Hanse 320 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1988 Swan 38 is a 1980s design by Nautor Swan from Finland, while the Hanse 320 is a 2000s offering from Hanse from Germany. The 1988 Swan 38 was penned by German Frers. The Hanse 320 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 1988 Swan 38 measures 11.55m (37.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.55m, compared to the Hanse 320 at 9.92m (32.5ft) with a 3.28m beam. The 1988 Swan 38 is 1.63m longer than the Hanse 320. The 1988 Swan 38 displaces approximately 63% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1988 Swan 38 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.78 and 63.2 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 Hanse 320 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1988 Swan 38 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 21.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.73). The Hanse 320 has a comfort ratio of 17.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 42.4% for the 1988 Swan 38 and 30.4% for the Hanse 320, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1988 Swan 38 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 120L of fuel. The Hanse 320 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L water and 90L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1988 Swan 38 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 320 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.
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