Hanse 320 vs 1997 Tartan 3700 — Comparison
Hanse 320
1997 Tartan 3700
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 320 | 1997 Tartan 3700 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Tartan |
| Year | 2005–2010 | 1997–2006 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | USA |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Tim Jackett |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.92 m (32.5 ft) | 11.28 m (37.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.80 m (28.9 ft) | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.28 m (10.8 ft) | 3.66 m (12.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) | 7,031 kg (15,501 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,400 kg (3,086 lbs) | 2,948 kg (6,499 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) | 62.0 m² (667 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 35 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 90 L (23.8 gal) | 130 L (34.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 220 L (58.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 320 and 1997 Tartan 3700 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 320 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the 1997 Tartan 3700 is a 1990s offering from Tartan from USA. The Hanse 320 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 1997 Tartan 3700 was designed by Tim Jackett.
In terms of size, the Hanse 320 measures 9.92m (32.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.28m, compared to the 1997 Tartan 3700 at 11.28m (37.0ft) with a 3.66m beam. The 1997 Tartan 3700 is 1.36m longer than the Hanse 320. The 1997 Tartan 3700 displaces approximately 53% 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 1997 Tartan 3700, with an SA/D of 17.16 and 62.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 1997 Tartan 3700 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 1997 Tartan 3700 has a comfort ratio of 18.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.4% for the Hanse 320 and 41.9% for the 1997 Tartan 3700, 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 1997 Tartan 3700 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 220L water and 130L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1997 Tartan 3700 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 1997 Tartan 3700 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.