Hanse 588 vs 2005 Oyster 54 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Hanse 588 | 2005 Oyster 54 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Hanse | Oyster |
| Year | 2018 | 2005–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Germany | United Kingdom |
| Designer | judel/vrolijk & co | Rob Humphreys |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 17.55 m (57.6 ft) | 16.46 m (54.0 ft) |
| LWL | 15.62 m (51.2 ft) | 13.70 m (44.9 ft) |
| Beam | 5.09 m (16.7 ft) | 4.60 m (15.1 ft) |
| Draft | 2.60 m (8.5 ft) | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 19,000 kg (41,888 lbs) | 19,000 kg (41,888 lbs) |
| Ballast | 6,200 kg (13,669 lbs) | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 143.0 m² (1,539 ft²) | 120.0 m² (1,292 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 110 HP | 130 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 420 L (111.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 700 L (184.9 gal) | 750 L (198.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 10 | 8 |
| Cabins | 4 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Hanse 588 and 2005 Oyster 54 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Hanse 588 is a modern design by Hanse from Germany, while the 2005 Oyster 54 is a 2000s offering from Oyster from United Kingdom. The Hanse 588 was penned by judel/vrolijk & co. The 2005 Oyster 54 was designed by Rob Humphreys.
In terms of size, the Hanse 588 measures 17.55m (57.6ft) overall with a beam of 5.09m, compared to the 2005 Oyster 54 at 16.46m (54.0ft) with a 4.60m beam. The Hanse 588 is 1.09m longer than the 2005 Oyster 54.
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 2005 Oyster 54, with an SA/D of 17.12 and 120.0 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 2005 Oyster 54 has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.69. The ballast ratios are 32.6% for the Hanse 588 and 37.9% for the 2005 Oyster 54, 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 2005 Oyster 54 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 750L water and 420L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2005 Oyster 54 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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