2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large vs Hanse 320 — Comparison
2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large
Hanse 320
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large | Hanse 320 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | Hanse |
| Year | 2018–2022 | 2005–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Umberto Felci | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.30 m (33.8 ft) | 9.92 m (32.5 ft) |
| LWL | 9.55 m (31.3 ft) | 8.80 m (28.9 ft) |
| Beam | 3.55 m (11.6 ft) | 3.28 m (10.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,900 kg (13,007 lbs) | 4,600 kg (10,141 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) | 1,400 kg (3,086 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 56.5 m² (608 ft²) | 46.0 m² (495 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 30 HP | 18 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 90 L (23.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large and Hanse 320 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large is a modern design by Dufour from France, while the Hanse 320 is a 2000s offering from Hanse from Germany. The 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large was penned by Umberto Felci. The Hanse 320 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large measures 10.30m (33.8ft) overall with a beam of 3.55m, compared to the Hanse 320 at 9.92m (32.5ft) with a 3.28m beam. The 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large is 0.38m longer than the Hanse 320. The 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large displaces approximately 28% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.58 and 56.5 m² of sail area. The Hanse 320, with an SA/D of 16.90 and 46.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.79). The Hanse 320 has a comfort ratio of 17.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 28.8% for the 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large and 30.4% for the Hanse 320, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The Hanse 320 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 150L water and 90L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2018 Dufour 360 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 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large 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.