2006 Hanse 350 vs Beneteau First 36.7 — Comparison
Beneteau First 36.7
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2006 Hanse 350 | Beneteau First 36.7 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Beneteau |
| Year | 2006–2012 | 2002–2008 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | Judel/Vrolijk | Farr Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.58 m (34.7 ft) | 11.25 m (36.9 ft) |
| LWL | 9.40 m (30.8 ft) | 9.65 m (31.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.52 m (11.5 ft) | 3.58 m (11.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.85 m (6.1 ft) | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 55.5 m² (597 ft²) | 65.0 m² (700 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 75 L (19.8 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2006 Hanse 350 and Beneteau First 36.7 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2006 Hanse 350 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the Beneteau First 36.7 is a 2000s offering from Beneteau from France. The 2006 Hanse 350 was penned by Judel/Vrolijk. The Beneteau First 36.7 was designed by Farr Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the 2006 Hanse 350 measures 10.58m (34.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.52m, compared to the Beneteau First 36.7 at 11.25m (36.9ft) with a 3.58m beam. The Beneteau First 36.7 is 0.67m longer than the 2006 Hanse 350.
Looking at performance, the 2006 Hanse 350 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.47 and 55.5 m² of sail area. The Beneteau First 36.7, with an SA/D of 20.46 and 65.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Beneteau First 36.7 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2006 Hanse 350 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Beneteau First 36.7 has a comfort ratio of 15.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.80. The ballast ratios are 29.3% for the 2006 Hanse 350 and 36.2% for the Beneteau First 36.7, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2006 Hanse 350 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L of water capacity and 75L of fuel. The Beneteau First 36.7 offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 120L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2006 Hanse 350 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 Beneteau First 36.7 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Beneteau First 36.7 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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