Hanse 400 vs 1992 Moody 41 — Comparison
1992 Moody 41
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 400 | 1992 Moody 41 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Moody |
| Year | 2002–2006 | 1992–1998 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | UK |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Bill Dixon |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.10 m (39.7 ft) | 12.50 m (41.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.60 m (34.8 ft) | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.80 m (12.5 ft) | 3.86 m (12.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,600 kg (16,755 lbs) | 9,800 kg (21,605 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,350 kg (5,181 lbs) | 3,800 kg (8,378 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 68.0 m² (732 ft²) | 70.0 m² (754 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 180 L (47.6 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 280 L (74.0 gal) | 360 L (95.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 400 and 1992 Moody 41 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 400 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the 1992 Moody 41 is a 1990s offering from Moody from UK. The Hanse 400 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 1992 Moody 41 was designed by Bill Dixon.
In terms of size, the Hanse 400 measures 12.10m (39.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.80m, compared to the 1992 Moody 41 at 12.50m (41.0ft) with a 3.86m beam. The 1992 Moody 41 is 0.40m longer than the Hanse 400. The 1992 Moody 41 displaces approximately 29% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 400 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.87 and 68.0 m² of sail area. The 1992 Moody 41, with an SA/D of 15.53 and 70.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The Hanse 400 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 400 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 1992 Moody 41 has a comfort ratio of 20.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.72. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the Hanse 400 and 38.8% for the 1992 Moody 41, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 400 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 280L of water capacity and 150L of fuel. The 1992 Moody 41 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 360L water and 180L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1992 Moody 41 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 400 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hanse 400 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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