Hanse 470 vs 1990 Nautor Swan 53 — Comparison
Hanse 470
1990 Nautor Swan 53
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 470 | 1990 Nautor Swan 53 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Nautor Swan |
| Year | 2013–2017 | 1990–1999 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Finland |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | German Frers |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.45 m (47.4 ft) | 16.15 m (53.0 ft) |
| LWL | 12.85 m (42.2 ft) | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.42 m (14.5 ft) | 4.40 m (14.4 ft) |
| Draft | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) | 2.50 m (8.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,800 kg (26,015 lbs) | 17,237 kg (38,001 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) | 6,804 kg (15,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 96.0 m² (1,033 ft²) | 112.0 m² (1,206 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 100 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 430 L (113.6 gal) | 550 L (145.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 470 and 1990 Nautor Swan 53 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 470 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 1990 Nautor Swan 53 is a 1990s offering from Nautor Swan from Finland. The Hanse 470 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 1990 Nautor Swan 53 was designed by German Frers.
In terms of size, the Hanse 470 measures 14.45m (47.4ft) overall with a beam of 4.42m, compared to the 1990 Nautor Swan 53 at 16.15m (53.0ft) with a 4.40m beam. The 1990 Nautor Swan 53 is 1.70m longer than the Hanse 470. The 1990 Nautor Swan 53 displaces approximately 46% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 470 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.81 and 96.0 m² of sail area. The 1990 Nautor Swan 53, with an SA/D of 17.05 and 112.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 470 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 470 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1990 Nautor Swan 53 has a comfort ratio of 19.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.68. The ballast ratios are 31.4% for the Hanse 470 and 39.5% for the 1990 Nautor Swan 53, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 470 provides 10 berths in 3 cabins with 430L of water capacity and 250L of fuel. The 1990 Nautor Swan 53 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 550L water and 350L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1990 Nautor Swan 53 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 470 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 470 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.