1997 Nautor Swan 48 vs Hanse 470 — Comparison
1997 Nautor Swan 48
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1997 Nautor Swan 48 | Hanse 470 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Nautor Swan | Hanse |
| Year | 1997–2004 | 2013–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Finland | Germany |
| Designer | German Frers | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.63 m (48.0 ft) | 14.45 m (47.4 ft) |
| LWL | 12.19 m (40.0 ft) | 12.85 m (42.2 ft) |
| Beam | 4.24 m (13.9 ft) | 4.42 m (14.5 ft) |
| Draft | 2.50 m (8.2 ft) | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 13,608 kg (30,000 lbs) | 11,800 kg (26,015 lbs) |
| Ballast | 5,443 kg (12,000 lbs) | 3,700 kg (8,157 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 105.0 m² (1,130 ft²) | 96.0 m² (1,033 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 450 L (118.9 gal) | 430 L (113.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 10 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1997 Nautor Swan 48 and Hanse 470 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1997 Nautor Swan 48 is a 1990s design by Nautor Swan from Finland, while the Hanse 470 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 1997 Nautor Swan 48 was penned by German Frers. The Hanse 470 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 1997 Nautor Swan 48 measures 14.63m (48.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.24m, compared to the Hanse 470 at 14.45m (47.4ft) with a 4.42m beam. The 1997 Nautor Swan 48 is 0.18m longer than the Hanse 470. The 1997 Nautor Swan 48 displaces approximately 15% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1997 Nautor Swan 48 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.71 and 105.0 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 1997 Nautor Swan 48 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 18.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.71). The Hanse 470 has a comfort ratio of 14.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1997 Nautor Swan 48 and 31.4% for the Hanse 470, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1997 Nautor Swan 48 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 450L of water capacity and 250L of fuel. The Hanse 470 offers 10 berths in 3 cabins with 430L water and 250L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1997 Nautor Swan 48 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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