Hanse 320 vs Hanse 388 — Comparison
Hanse 320
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 320 | Hanse 388 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Hanse |
| Year | 2005–2010 | 2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.92 m (32.5 ft) | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) |
| LWL | 8.80 m (28.9 ft) | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.28 m (10.8 ft) | 3.73 m (12.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,400 kg (3,086 lbs) | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 90 L (23.8 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 260 L (68.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 320 and Hanse 388 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 320 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the Hanse 388 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The Hanse 320 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The Hanse 388 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the Hanse 320 measures 9.92m (32.5ft) overall with a beam of 3.28m, compared to the Hanse 388 at 11.40m (37.4ft) with a 3.73m beam. The Hanse 388 is 1.48m longer than the Hanse 320. The Hanse 388 displaces approximately 57% 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 Hanse 388, with an SA/D of 17.17 and 63.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 388 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 Hanse 388 has a comfort ratio of 16.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.4% for the Hanse 320 and 30.6% for the Hanse 388, 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 Hanse 388 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 260L water and 140L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 320 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 388 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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