Hanse 388 vs Dufour 36 Classic — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 388 | Dufour 36 Classic |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Dufour |
| Year | 2017 | 1996–2003 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Umberto Felci |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) | 10.90 m (35.8 ft) |
| LWL | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) | 9.60 m (31.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.73 m (12.2 ft) | 3.50 m (11.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) | 2,000 kg (4,409 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) | 57.0 m² (614 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 27 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 140 L (37.0 gal) | 110 L (29.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 260 L (68.7 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 388 and Dufour 36 Classic represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 388 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the Dufour 36 Classic is a 1990s offering from Dufour from France. The Hanse 388 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The Dufour 36 Classic was designed by Umberto Felci.
In terms of size, the Hanse 388 measures 11.40m (37.4ft) overall with a beam of 3.73m, compared to the Dufour 36 Classic at 10.90m (35.8ft) with a 3.50m beam. The Hanse 388 is 0.50m longer than the Dufour 36 Classic. The Hanse 388 displaces approximately 16% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 388 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.17 and 63.0 m² of sail area. The Dufour 36 Classic, with an SA/D of 17.16 and 57.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 388 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 388 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The Dufour 36 Classic has a comfort ratio of 18.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 30.6% for the Hanse 388 and 32.3% for the Dufour 36 Classic, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 388 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 260L of water capacity and 140L of fuel. The Dufour 36 Classic offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L water and 110L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Dufour 36 Classic 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 388 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: Both boats provide similar accommodation, making either a viable choice for living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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