Hanse 370 vs 1977 Cal 33 — Comparison
Hanse 370
1977 Cal 33
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 370 | 1977 Cal 33 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Cal |
| Year | 2004–2008 | 1977–1982 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | USA |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Bill Lapworth / C. Raymond Hunt |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) | 8.08 m (26.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.63 m (11.9 ft) | 3.20 m (10.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,800 kg (14,991 lbs) | 5,216 kg (11,499 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) | 2,177 kg (4,799 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 60.0 m² (646 ft²) | 43.0 m² (463 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 68 L (18.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 370 and 1977 Cal 33 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 370 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the 1977 Cal 33 is a 1970s offering from Cal from USA. The Hanse 370 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 1977 Cal 33 was designed by Bill Lapworth / C. Raymond Hunt.
In terms of size, the Hanse 370 measures 11.40m (37.4ft) overall with a beam of 3.63m, compared to the 1977 Cal 33 at 10.06m (33.0ft) with a 3.20m beam. The Hanse 370 is 1.34m longer than the 1977 Cal 33. The Hanse 370 displaces approximately 30% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 370 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.98 and 60.0 m² of sail area. The 1977 Cal 33, with an SA/D of 14.53 and 43.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Hanse 370 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 370 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 1977 Cal 33 has a comfort ratio of 22.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the Hanse 370 and 41.7% for the 1977 Cal 33, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 370 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 250L of water capacity and 130L of fuel. The 1977 Cal 33 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L water and 68L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1977 Cal 33 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 370 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.