Hanse 370 vs 1979 Westerly Fulmar — Comparison
1979 Westerly Fulmar
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 370 | 1979 Westerly Fulmar |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Westerly |
| Year | 2004–2008 | 1979–1986 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | UK |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) | 8.00 m (26.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.63 m (11.9 ft) | 3.20 m (10.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,800 kg (14,991 lbs) | 4,990 kg (11,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) | 1,814 kg (3,999 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 60.0 m² (646 ft²) | 36.0 m² (388 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Bilge |
| 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) | 136 L (35.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 370 and 1979 Westerly Fulmar represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 370 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the 1979 Westerly Fulmar is a 1970s offering from Westerly from UK. The Hanse 370 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 1979 Westerly Fulmar was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the Hanse 370 measures 11.40m (37.4ft) overall with a beam of 3.63m, compared to the 1979 Westerly Fulmar at 9.75m (32.0ft) with a 3.20m beam. The Hanse 370 is 1.65m longer than the 1979 Westerly Fulmar. The Hanse 370 displaces approximately 36% 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 1979 Westerly Fulmar, with an SA/D of 12.53 and 36.0 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 1979 Westerly Fulmar has a comfort ratio of 22.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the Hanse 370 and 36.4% for the 1979 Westerly Fulmar, 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 1979 Westerly Fulmar offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 136L water and 68L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1979 Westerly Fulmar 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.
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