2013 Beneteau Sense 50 vs Hanse 588 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 | Hanse 588 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Hanse |
| Year | 2013–2018 | 2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Germany |
| Designer | Berret-Racoupeau | judel/vrolijk & co |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 15.42 m (50.6 ft) | 17.55 m (57.6 ft) |
| LWL | 13.80 m (45.3 ft) | 15.62 m (51.2 ft) |
| Beam | 4.70 m (15.4 ft) | 5.09 m (16.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) | 2.60 m (8.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 14,000 kg (30,865 lbs) | 19,000 kg (41,888 lbs) |
| Ballast | 4,000 kg (8,818 lbs) | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 105.0 m² (1,130 ft²) | 143.0 m² (1,539 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 75 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 400 L (105.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 700 L (184.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 10 |
| Cabins | 4 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 and Hanse 588 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the Hanse 588 is a modern offering from Hanse from Germany. The 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 was penned by Berret-Racoupeau. The Hanse 588 was designed by judel/vrolijk & co.
In terms of size, the 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 measures 15.42m (50.6ft) overall with a beam of 4.70m, compared to the Hanse 588 at 17.55m (57.6ft) with a 5.09m beam. The Hanse 588 is 2.13m longer than the 2013 Beneteau Sense 50. The Hanse 588 displaces approximately 36% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.36 and 105.0 m² of sail area. The Hanse 588, with an SA/D of 20.40 and 143.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Hanse 588 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 13.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Hanse 588 has a comfort ratio of 12.7 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 28.6% for the 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 and 32.6% for the Hanse 588, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 400L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The Hanse 588 offers 10 berths in 4 cabins with 700L water and 400L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2013 Beneteau Sense 50 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 588 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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