Hanse 315 vs 1977 Cal 33 — Comparison
Hanse 315
1977 Cal 33
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 315 | 1977 Cal 33 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Cal |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 1977–1982 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | USA |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Bill Lapworth / C. Raymond Hunt |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.65 m (31.7 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.55 m (28.1 ft) | 8.08 m (26.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) | 3.20 m (10.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 5,216 kg (11,499 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) | 2,177 kg (4,799 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 41.5 m² (447 ft²) | 43.0 m² (463 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L (22.5 gal) | 68 L (18.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 315 and 1977 Cal 33 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 315 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 1977 Cal 33 is a 1970s offering from Cal from USA. The Hanse 315 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 1977 Cal 33 was designed by Bill Lapworth / C. Raymond Hunt.
In terms of size, the Hanse 315 measures 9.65m (31.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.15m, compared to the 1977 Cal 33 at 10.06m (33.0ft) with a 3.20m beam. The 1977 Cal 33 is 0.41m longer than the Hanse 315. The 1977 Cal 33 displaces approximately 24% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 315 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.20 and 41.5 m² of sail area. The 1977 Cal 33, with an SA/D of 14.53 and 43.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Hanse 315 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 315 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1977 Cal 33 has a comfort ratio of 22.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 28.6% for the Hanse 315 and 41.7% for the 1977 Cal 33, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 315 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 120L of water capacity and 85L of fuel. The 1977 Cal 33 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L water and 68L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1977 Cal 33 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 315 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1977 Cal 33 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.