Hanse 320 vs 1980 Contest 33 — Comparison
Hanse 320
1980 Contest 33
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 320 | 1980 Contest 33 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Contest |
| Year | 2005–2010 | 1980–1990 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Netherlands |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Dick Zaal |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.92 m (32.5 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.80 m (28.9 ft) | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.28 m (10.8 ft) | 3.20 m (10.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) | 5,200 kg (11,464 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,400 kg (3,086 lbs) | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) | 44.0 m² (474 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Steel |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 22 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 90 L (23.8 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 320 and 1980 Contest 33 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 320 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the 1980 Contest 33 is a 1980s offering from Contest from Netherlands. The Hanse 320 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 1980 Contest 33 was designed by Dick Zaal.
In terms of size, the Hanse 320 measures 9.92m (32.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.28m, compared to the 1980 Contest 33 at 10.06m (33.0ft) with a 3.20m beam. The 1980 Contest 33 is 0.14m longer than the Hanse 320. The 1980 Contest 33 displaces approximately 13% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 320 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.90 and 46.0 m² of sail area. The 1980 Contest 33, with an SA/D of 14.90 and 44.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Hanse 320 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 320 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.79). The 1980 Contest 33 has a comfort ratio of 22.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 30.4% for the Hanse 320 and 40.4% for the 1980 Contest 33, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 320 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L of water capacity and 90L of fuel. The 1980 Contest 33 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1980 Contest 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 320 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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