2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser vs Hanse 388 — Comparison
2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser
Hanse 388
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser | Hanse 388 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Bavaria | Hanse |
| Year | 2008–2013 | 2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Germany |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.27 m (46.8 ft) | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) |
| LWL | 12.70 m (41.7 ft) | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) |
| Beam | 4.35 m (14.3 ft) | 3.73 m (12.2 ft) |
| Draft | 2.05 m (6.7 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,500 kg (25,353 lbs) | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs) | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 92.0 m² (990 ft²) | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 180 L (47.6 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 340 L (89.8 gal) | 260 L (68.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 6 |
| Cabins | 4 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser and Hanse 388 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser is a 2000s design by Bavaria from Germany, while the Hanse 388 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The Hanse 388 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser measures 14.27m (46.8ft) overall with a beam of 4.35m, compared to the Hanse 388 at 11.40m (37.4ft) with a 3.73m beam. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser is 2.87m longer than the Hanse 388. The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser displaces approximately 60% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.34 and 92.0 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 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). 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 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser and 30.6% for the Hanse 388, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 340L of water capacity and 180L of fuel. The Hanse 388 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 260L water and 140L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 388 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 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2008 Bavaria 47 Cruiser offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.