Hanse 370 vs Hanse 400 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 370 | Hanse 400 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Hanse |
| Year | 2004–2008 | 2002–2006 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) | 12.10 m (39.7 ft) |
| LWL | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) | 10.60 m (34.8 ft) |
| Beam | 3.63 m (11.9 ft) | 3.80 m (12.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 6,800 kg (14,991 lbs) | 7,600 kg (16,755 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) | 2,350 kg (5,181 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 60.0 m² (646 ft²) | 68.0 m² (732 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 280 L (74.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 370 and Hanse 400 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 370 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the Hanse 400 is a 2000s offering from Hanse from Germany. The Hanse 370 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The Hanse 400 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the Hanse 370 measures 11.40m (37.4ft) overall with a beam of 3.63m, compared to the Hanse 400 at 12.10m (39.7ft) with a 3.80m beam. The Hanse 400 is 0.70m longer than the Hanse 370. The Hanse 400 displaces approximately 12% 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 Hanse 400, with an SA/D of 17.87 and 68.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 400 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 Hanse 400 has a comfort ratio of 16.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.9% for the Hanse 370 and 30.9% for the Hanse 400, 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 Hanse 400 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 280L water and 150L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 370 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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