Hanse 375 vs 1991 Westerly Seahawk — Comparison
Hanse 375
1991 Westerly Seahawk
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 375 | 1991 Westerly Seahawk |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Westerly |
| Year | 2009–2015 | 1991–1997 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | UK |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.35 m (37.2 ft) | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.05 m (33.0 ft) | 8.53 m (28.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.65 m (12.0 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,000 kg (15,432 lbs) | 6,123 kg (13,499 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,150 kg (4,740 lbs) | 2,495 kg (5,501 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 62.0 m² (667 ft²) | 48.0 m² (517 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 28 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 220 L (58.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 375 and 1991 Westerly Seahawk represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 375 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the 1991 Westerly Seahawk is a 1990s offering from Westerly from UK. The Hanse 375 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 1991 Westerly Seahawk was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the Hanse 375 measures 11.35m (37.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.65m, compared to the 1991 Westerly Seahawk at 10.36m (34.0ft) with a 3.35m beam. The Hanse 375 is 0.99m longer than the 1991 Westerly Seahawk. The Hanse 375 displaces approximately 14% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 375 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.21 and 62.0 m² of sail area. The 1991 Westerly Seahawk, with an SA/D of 14.57 and 48.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Hanse 375 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 375 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 1991 Westerly Seahawk has a comfort ratio of 22.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 30.7% for the Hanse 375 and 40.8% for the 1991 Westerly Seahawk, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 375 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 250L of water capacity and 130L of fuel. The 1991 Westerly Seahawk offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 220L water and 114L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1991 Westerly Seahawk 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 375 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1991 Westerly Seahawk offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.