Hanse 470 vs 2004 Oyster 46 — Comparison
Hanse 470
2004 Oyster 46
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 470 | 2004 Oyster 46 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Oyster |
| Year | 2013–2017 | 2004–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | United Kingdom |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Rob Humphreys |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.45 m (47.4 ft) | 14.02 m (46.0 ft) |
| LWL | 12.85 m (42.2 ft) | 11.60 m (38.1 ft) |
| Beam | 4.42 m (14.5 ft) | 4.20 m (13.8 ft) |
| Draft | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) | 2.05 m (6.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,800 kg (26,015 lbs) | 12,500 kg (27,558 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) | 4,800 kg (10,582 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 96.0 m² (1,033 ft²) | 90.0 m² (969 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 430 L (113.6 gal) | 450 L (118.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 470 and 2004 Oyster 46 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 470 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2004 Oyster 46 is a 2000s offering from Oyster from United Kingdom. The Hanse 470 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2004 Oyster 46 was designed by Rob Humphreys.
In terms of size, the Hanse 470 measures 14.45m (47.4ft) overall with a beam of 4.42m, compared to the 2004 Oyster 46 at 14.02m (46.0ft) with a 4.20m beam. The Hanse 470 is 0.43m longer than the 2004 Oyster 46. The 2004 Oyster 46 displaces approximately 6% 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 2004 Oyster 46, with an SA/D of 16.97 and 90.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. 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 2004 Oyster 46 has a comfort ratio of 18.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 31.4% for the Hanse 470 and 38.4% for the 2004 Oyster 46, 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 2004 Oyster 46 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 450L water and 250L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2004 Oyster 46 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.