1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC vs Hanse 315 — Comparison
1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC
Hanse 315
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC | Hanse 315 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Hanse |
| Year | 1998–2003 | 2010–2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Groupe Finot | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 9.65 m (31.7 ft) |
| LWL | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 8.55 m (28.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.65 m (12.0 ft) | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,100 kg (15,653 lbs) | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs) | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 59.0 m² (635 ft²) | 41.5 m² (447 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 85 L (22.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 4 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC and Hanse 315 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC is a 1990s design by Beneteau from France, while the Hanse 315 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC was penned by Groupe Finot. The Hanse 315 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC measures 10.97m (36.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.65m, compared to the Hanse 315 at 9.65m (31.7ft) with a 3.15m beam. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC is 1.32m longer than the Hanse 315. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC displaces approximately 69% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.23 and 59.0 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 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Hanse 315 has a comfort ratio of 17.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 35.2% for the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC and 28.6% for the Hanse 315, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The Hanse 315 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 120L water and 85L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC 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 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.