1974 Catalina 22 vs Hanse 315 — Comparison
1974 Catalina 22
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1974 Catalina 22 | Hanse 315 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Catalina | Hanse |
| Year | 1974–2012 | 2010–2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Germany |
| Designer | Frank Butler | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 6.71 m (22.0 ft) | 9.65 m (31.7 ft) |
| LWL | 5.79 m (19.0 ft) | 8.55 m (28.1 ft) |
| Beam | 2.24 m (7.3 ft) | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) |
| Draft | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 862 kg (1,900 lbs) | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) |
| Ballast | 363 kg (800 lbs) | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 18.4 m² (198 ft²) | 41.5 m² (447 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 6 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 15 L (4.0 gal) | 85 L (22.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 20 L (5.3 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1974 Catalina 22 and Hanse 315 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1974 Catalina 22 is a 1970s design by Catalina from USA, while the Hanse 315 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 1974 Catalina 22 was penned by Frank Butler. The Hanse 315 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 1974 Catalina 22 measures 6.71m (22.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.24m, compared to the Hanse 315 at 9.65m (31.7ft) with a 3.15m beam. The Hanse 315 is 2.94m longer than the 1974 Catalina 22. The Hanse 315 displaces approximately 387% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1974 Catalina 22 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.65 and 18.4 m² of sail area. The Hanse 315, with an SA/D of 16.20 and 41.5 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1974 Catalina 22 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1974 Catalina 22 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 12.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.94). The Hanse 315 has a comfort ratio of 17.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 42.1% for the 1974 Catalina 22 and 28.6% for the Hanse 315, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1974 Catalina 22 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 20L of water capacity and 15L of fuel. The Hanse 315 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 120L water and 85L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Hanse 315 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 1974 Catalina 22 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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