Hanse 415 vs Dufour 382 Grand Large — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 415 | Dufour 382 Grand Large |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Dufour |
| Year | 2011–2017 | 2014–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Felci Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.40 m (40.7 ft) | 11.55 m (37.9 ft) |
| LWL | 10.90 m (35.8 ft) | 10.25 m (33.6 ft) |
| Beam | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,650 kg (5,842 lbs) | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 73.0 m² (786 ft²) | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 170 L (44.9 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 310 L (81.9 gal) | 260 L (68.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 415 and Dufour 382 Grand Large represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 415 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the Dufour 382 Grand Large is a modern offering from Dufour from France. The Hanse 415 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The Dufour 382 Grand Large was designed by Felci Yacht Design.
In terms of size, the Hanse 415 measures 12.40m (40.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.96m, compared to the Dufour 382 Grand Large at 11.55m (37.9ft) with a 3.72m beam. The Hanse 415 is 0.85m longer than the Dufour 382 Grand Large. The Hanse 415 displaces approximately 18% 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 Dufour 382 Grand Large, with an SA/D of 17.17 and 63.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. 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 Dufour 382 Grand Large has a comfort ratio of 17.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 31.2% for the Hanse 415 and 30.6% for the Dufour 382 Grand Large, 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 Dufour 382 Grand Large offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 260L water and 140L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Dufour 382 Grand Large 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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