Hanse 588 vs 2003 Nautor Swan 50 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 588 | 2003 Nautor Swan 50 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Nautor Swan |
| Year | 2018 | 2003–2008 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | Finland |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | German Frers |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 17.55 m (57.6 ft) | 15.24 m (50.0 ft) |
| LWL | 15.62 m (51.2 ft) | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) |
| Beam | 5.09 m (16.7 ft) | 4.30 m (14.1 ft) |
| Draft | 2.60 m (8.5 ft) | 2.55 m (8.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 19,000 kg (41,888 lbs) | 14,500 kg (31,967 lbs) |
| Ballast | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) | 5,700 kg (12,566 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 143.0 m² (1,539 ft²) | 108.0 m² (1,163 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 110 HP | 75 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 280 L (74.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 700 L (184.9 gal) | 480 L (126.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 7 |
| Cabins | 4 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 588 and 2003 Nautor Swan 50 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 588 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2003 Nautor Swan 50 is a 2000s offering from Nautor Swan from Finland. The Hanse 588 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2003 Nautor Swan 50 was designed by German Frers.
In terms of size, the Hanse 588 measures 17.55m (57.6ft) overall with a beam of 5.09m, compared to the 2003 Nautor Swan 50 at 15.24m (50.0ft) with a 4.30m beam. The Hanse 588 is 2.31m longer than the 2003 Nautor Swan 50. The Hanse 588 displaces approximately 31% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Hanse 588 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.40 and 143.0 m² of sail area. The 2003 Nautor Swan 50, with an SA/D of 18.45 and 108.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Hanse 588 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Hanse 588 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 12.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 2003 Nautor Swan 50 has a comfort ratio of 17.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.71. The ballast ratios are 32.6% for the Hanse 588 and 39.3% for the 2003 Nautor Swan 50, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Hanse 588 provides 10 berths in 4 cabins with 700L of water capacity and 400L of fuel. The 2003 Nautor Swan 50 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 480L water and 280L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2003 Nautor Swan 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: The Hanse 588 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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