Hanse 315 vs 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 315 | 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Pacific Seacraft |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 1982–2005 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | USA |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | William Crealock |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.65 m (31.7 ft) | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.55 m (28.1 ft) | 6.55 m (21.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) | 2.64 m (8.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 1.14 m (3.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 3,175 kg (7,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,200 kg (2,646 lbs) | 1,361 kg (3,000 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 41.5 m² (447 ft²) | 30.5 m² (328 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Full |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 85 L (22.5 gal) | 45 L (11.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 76 L (20.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 315 and 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 315 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 is a 1980s offering from Pacific Seacraft from USA. The Hanse 315 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 was designed by William Crealock.
In terms of size, the Hanse 315 measures 9.65m (31.7ft) overall with a beam of 3.15m, compared to the 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 at 8.23m (27.0ft) with a 2.64m beam. The Hanse 315 is 1.42m longer than the 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27. The Hanse 315 displaces approximately 32% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 315 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.20 and 41.5 m² of sail area. The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27, with an SA/D of 14.35 and 30.5 m² of canvas, offers modest sail power for its displacement. The Hanse 315 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 315 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 has a comfort ratio of 26.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.72. The ballast ratios are 28.6% for the Hanse 315 and 42.9% for the 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 315 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 120L of water capacity and 85L of fuel. The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 76L water and 45L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1982 Pacific Seacraft 27 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 315 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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