Hanse 388 vs Dufour 385 Grand Large — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 388 | Dufour 385 Grand Large |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Dufour |
| Year | 2017 | 2006–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | France |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Umberto Felci |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.40 m (37.4 ft) | 11.53 m (37.8 ft) |
| LWL | 10.34 m (33.9 ft) | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.73 m (12.2 ft) | 3.68 m (12.1 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) | 7,100 kg (15,653 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) | 2,150 kg (4,740 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) | 62.0 m² (667 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 140 L (37.0 gal) | 130 L (34.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 260 L (68.7 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 388 and Dufour 385 Grand Large represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 388 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the Dufour 385 Grand Large is a 2000s offering from Dufour from France. The Hanse 388 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The Dufour 385 Grand Large 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 385 Grand Large at 11.53m (37.8ft) with a 3.68m beam. The Dufour 385 Grand Large is 0.13m longer than the Hanse 388. The Hanse 388 displaces approximately 1% 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 385 Grand Large, with an SA/D of 17.05 and 62.0 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 385 Grand Large has a comfort ratio of 17.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.6% for the Hanse 388 and 30.3% for the Dufour 385 Grand Large, 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 385 Grand Large offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 250L water and 130L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Dufour 385 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 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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