Hanse 315 vs 1978 C&C 24 — Comparison
Hanse 315
1978 C&C 24
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 315 | 1978 C&C 24 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | C&C Yachts |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 1978–1983 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Canada |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Cuthbertson & Cassian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.65 m (31.7 ft) | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.55 m (28.1 ft) | 6.10 m (20.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) | 2.44 m (8.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 1,497 kg (3,300 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) | 612 kg (1,349 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 41.5 m² (447 ft²) | 24.0 m² (258 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 7 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L (22.5 gal) | 19 L (5.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 30 L (7.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 315 and 1978 C&C 24 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 315 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 1978 C&C 24 is a 1970s offering from C&C Yachts from Canada. The Hanse 315 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 1978 C&C 24 was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian.
In terms of size, the Hanse 315 measures 9.65m (31.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.15m, compared to the 1978 C&C 24 at 7.32m (24.0ft) with a 2.44m beam. The Hanse 315 is 2.33m longer than the 1978 C&C 24. The Hanse 315 displaces approximately 181% 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 1978 C&C 24, with an SA/D of 18.64 and 24.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 1978 C&C 24 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 1978 C&C 24 has a comfort ratio of 16.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.85. The ballast ratios are 28.6% for the Hanse 315 and 40.9% for the 1978 C&C 24, 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 1978 C&C 24 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 30L water and 19L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 315 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 1978 C&C 24 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.