1993 Hunter 376 vs Hanse 320 — Comparison
1993 Hunter 376
Hanse 320
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1993 Hunter 376 | Hanse 320 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hunter | Hanse |
| Year | 1993–1997 | 2005–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Germany |
| Designer | Glenn Henderson | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.28 m (37.0 ft) | 9.92 m (32.5 ft) |
| LWL | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) | 8.80 m (28.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 3.28 m (10.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,257 kg (15,999 lbs) | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,722 kg (6,001 lbs) | 1,400 kg (3,086 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 58.9 m² (634 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 90 L (23.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 189 L (49.9 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1993 Hunter 376 and Hanse 320 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1993 Hunter 376 is a 1990s design by Hunter from USA, while the Hanse 320 is a 2000s offering from Hanse from Germany. The 1993 Hunter 376 was penned by Glenn Henderson. The Hanse 320 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 1993 Hunter 376 measures 11.28m (37.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the Hanse 320 at 9.92m (32.5ft) with a 3.28m beam. The 1993 Hunter 376 is 1.36m longer than the Hanse 320. The 1993 Hunter 376 displaces approximately 58% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1993 Hunter 376 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.96 and 58.9 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 1993 Hunter 376 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The Hanse 320 has a comfort ratio of 17.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 37.5% for the 1993 Hunter 376 and 30.4% for the Hanse 320, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1993 Hunter 376 provides 8 berths in 2 cabins with 189L of water capacity and 114L of fuel. The Hanse 320 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L water and 90L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1993 Hunter 376 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: The 1993 Hunter 376 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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