Hanse 445 vs 1988 Westerly Corsair — Comparison
Hanse 445
1988 Westerly Corsair
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 445 | 1988 Westerly Corsair |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Westerly |
| Year | 2012–2017 | 1988–1994 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | UK |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Ed Dubois |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.50 m (44.3 ft) | 11.00 m (36.1 ft) |
| LWL | 11.80 m (38.7 ft) | 9.14 m (30.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) | 3.50 m (11.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.07 m (3.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 10,100 kg (22,267 lbs) | 6,350 kg (13,999 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) | 2,450 kg (5,401 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 87.0 m² (937 ft²) | 50.0 m² (538 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Bilge |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 28 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 370 L (97.7 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 445 and 1988 Westerly Corsair represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 445 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 1988 Westerly Corsair is a 1980s offering from Westerly from UK. The Hanse 445 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 1988 Westerly Corsair was designed by Ed Dubois.
In terms of size, the Hanse 445 measures 13.50m (44.3ft) overall with a beam of 4.20m, compared to the 1988 Westerly Corsair at 11.00m (36.1ft) with a 3.50m beam. The Hanse 445 is 2.50m longer than the 1988 Westerly Corsair. The Hanse 445 displaces approximately 59% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 445 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.91 and 87.0 m² of sail area. The 1988 Westerly Corsair, with an SA/D of 14.81 and 50.0 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Hanse 445 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 445 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1988 Westerly Corsair has a comfort ratio of 19.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 31.7% for the Hanse 445 and 38.6% for the 1988 Westerly Corsair, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 445 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 370L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The 1988 Westerly Corsair offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 200L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1988 Westerly Corsair 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 445 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 445 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.