Hanse 370 vs Dufour 32 Classic — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 370 | Dufour 32 Classic |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Dufour |
| Year | 2004–2008 | 1995–2002 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Umberto Felci |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) | 9.70 m (31.8 ft) |
| LWL | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) | 8.40 m (27.6 ft) |
| Beam | 3.63 m (11.9 ft) | 3.20 m (10.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,800 kg (14,991 lbs) | 4,500 kg (9,921 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) | 1,400 kg (3,086 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 60.0 m² (646 ft²) | 45.0 m² (484 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 370 and Dufour 32 Classic represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 370 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the Dufour 32 Classic is a 1990s offering from Dufour from France. The Hanse 370 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The Dufour 32 Classic was designed by Umberto Felci.
In terms of size, the Hanse 370 measures 11.40m (37.4ft) overall with a beam of 3.63m, compared to the Dufour 32 Classic at 9.70m (31.8ft) with a 3.20m beam. The Hanse 370 is 1.70m longer than the Dufour 32 Classic. The Hanse 370 displaces approximately 51% 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 Dufour 32 Classic, with an SA/D of 16.78 and 45.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. 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 Dufour 32 Classic has a comfort ratio of 19.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the Hanse 370 and 31.1% for the Dufour 32 Classic, 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 Dufour 32 Classic offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L water and 80L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Dufour 32 Classic 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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