Hanse 375 vs Dufour 36 Classic — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 375 | Dufour 36 Classic |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Dufour |
| Year | 2009–2015 | 1996–2003 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Umberto Felci |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.35 m (37.2 ft) | 10.90 m (35.8 ft) |
| LWL | 10.05 m (33.0 ft) | 9.60 m (31.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.65 m (12.0 ft) | 3.50 m (11.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,000 kg (15,432 lbs) | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,150 kg (4,740 lbs) | 2,000 kg (4,409 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 62.0 m² (667 ft²) | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 27 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 110 L (29.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 375 and Dufour 36 Classic represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 375 is a 2000s design by Hanse from Germany, while the Dufour 36 Classic is a 1990s offering from Dufour from France. The Hanse 375 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The Dufour 36 Classic was designed by Umberto Felci.
In terms of size, the Hanse 375 measures 11.35m (37.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.65m, compared to the Dufour 36 Classic at 10.90m (35.8ft) with a 3.50m beam. The Hanse 375 is 0.45m longer than the Dufour 36 Classic. The Hanse 375 displaces approximately 13% 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 Dufour 36 Classic, with an SA/D of 17.16 and 57.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. 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 Dufour 36 Classic has a comfort ratio of 18.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 30.7% for the Hanse 375 and 32.3% for the Dufour 36 Classic, 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 Dufour 36 Classic offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 110L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Dufour 36 Classic 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: 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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