Hanse 415 vs 1979 Westerly Fulmar — Comparison
1979 Westerly Fulmar
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 415 | 1979 Westerly Fulmar |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Westerly |
| Year | 2011–2017 | 1979–1986 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | UK |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.40 m (40.7 ft) | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) |
| LWL | 10.90 m (35.8 ft) | 8.00 m (26.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) | 3.20 m (10.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) | 4,990 kg (11,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,650 kg (5,842 lbs) | 1,814 kg (3,999 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 73.0 m² (786 ft²) | 36.0 m² (388 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Bilge |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 68 L (18.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 310 L (81.9 gal) | 136 L (35.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 415 and 1979 Westerly Fulmar represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 415 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 1979 Westerly Fulmar is a 1970s offering from Westerly from UK. The Hanse 415 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 1979 Westerly Fulmar was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the Hanse 415 measures 12.40m (40.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.96m, compared to the 1979 Westerly Fulmar at 9.75m (32.0ft) with a 3.20m beam. The Hanse 415 is 2.65m longer than the 1979 Westerly Fulmar. The Hanse 415 displaces approximately 70% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 415 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.81 and 73.0 m² of sail area. The 1979 Westerly Fulmar, with an SA/D of 12.53 and 36.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Hanse 415 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 415 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1979 Westerly Fulmar has a comfort ratio of 22.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 31.2% for the Hanse 415 and 36.4% for the 1979 Westerly Fulmar, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 415 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 310L of water capacity and 170L of fuel. The 1979 Westerly Fulmar offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 136L water and 68L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1979 Westerly Fulmar 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 415 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Hanse 415 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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