Hanse 320 vs 1984 Dehler 25 — Comparison
Hanse 320
1984 Dehler 25
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 320 | 1984 Dehler 25 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Dehler |
| Year | 2005–2010 | 1984–1992 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | E.G. van de Stadt |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.92 m (32.5 ft) | 7.50 m (24.6 ft) |
| LWL | 8.80 m (28.9 ft) | 6.30 m (20.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.28 m (10.8 ft) | 2.50 m (8.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) | 1.35 m (4.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) | 1,800 kg (3,968 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,400 kg (3,086 lbs) | 680 kg (1,499 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) | 22.5 m² (242 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 8 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 90 L (23.8 gal) | 25 L (6.6 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 40 L (10.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 4 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 320 and 1984 Dehler 25 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 320 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the 1984 Dehler 25 is a 1980s offering from Dehler from Germany. The Hanse 320 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 1984 Dehler 25 was designed by E.G. van de Stadt.
In terms of size, the Hanse 320 measures 9.92m (32.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.28m, compared to the 1984 Dehler 25 at 7.50m (24.6ft) with a 2.50m beam. The Hanse 320 is 2.42m longer than the 1984 Dehler 25. The Hanse 320 displaces approximately 156% 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 1984 Dehler 25, with an SA/D of 15.46 and 22.5 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. 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 1984 Dehler 25 has a comfort ratio of 18.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.82. The ballast ratios are 30.4% for the Hanse 320 and 37.8% for the 1984 Dehler 25, 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 1984 Dehler 25 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 40L water and 25L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1984 Dehler 25 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: The Hanse 320 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.