1979 Peterson 44 vs Hanse 470 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1979 Peterson 44 | Hanse 470 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Peterson | Hanse |
| Year | 1979–1986 | 2013–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | Germany |
| Designer | Doug Peterson | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 13.41 m (44.0 ft) | 14.45 m (47.4 ft) |
| LWL | 10.67 m (35.0 ft) | 12.85 m (42.2 ft) |
| Beam | 3.86 m (12.7 ft) | 4.42 m (14.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.13 m (7.0 ft) | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,979 kg (22,000 lbs) | 11,800 kg (26,015 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,082 kg (8,999 lbs) | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 79.0 m² (850 ft²) | 96.0 m² (1,033 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 151 L (39.9 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 265 L (70.0 gal) | 430 L (113.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 10 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1979 Peterson 44 and Hanse 470 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1979 Peterson 44 is a 1970s design by Peterson from USA, while the Hanse 470 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 1979 Peterson 44 was penned by Doug Peterson. The Hanse 470 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 1979 Peterson 44 measures 13.41m (44.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.86m, compared to the Hanse 470 at 14.45m (47.4ft) with a 4.42m beam. The Hanse 470 is 1.04m longer than the 1979 Peterson 44. The Hanse 470 displaces approximately 18% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1979 Peterson 44 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.31 and 79.0 m² of sail area. The Hanse 470, with an SA/D of 18.81 and 96.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 470 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1979 Peterson 44 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.72). The Hanse 470 has a comfort ratio of 14.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 40.9% for the 1979 Peterson 44 and 31.4% for the Hanse 470, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1979 Peterson 44 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 265L of water capacity and 151L of fuel. The Hanse 470 offers 10 berths in 3 cabins with 430L water and 250L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1979 Peterson 44 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.
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