1969 O'Day 22 vs Beneteau First 24 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1969 O'Day 22 | Beneteau First 24 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | O'Day | Beneteau |
| Year | 1969–1983 | 2008–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | USA | France |
| Designer | C. Raymond Hunt | Jean Berret |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 6.71 m (22.0 ft) | 7.20 m (23.6 ft) |
| LWL | 5.72 m (18.8 ft) | 6.45 m (21.2 ft) |
| Beam | 2.29 m (7.5 ft) | 2.50 m (8.2 ft) |
| Draft | 0.99 m (3.2 ft) | 1.40 m (4.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 862 kg (1,900 lbs) | 1,400 kg (3,086 lbs) |
| Ballast | 318 kg (701 lbs) | 460 kg (1,014 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 17.7 m² (191 ft²) | 27.0 m² (291 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 6 HP | 6 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 15 L (4.0 gal) | 20 L (5.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 19 L (5.0 gal) | 40 L (10.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 4 | 4 |
| Cabins | 1 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1969 O'Day 22 and Beneteau First 24 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1969 O'Day 22 is a classic design by O'Day from USA, while the Beneteau First 24 is a 2000s offering from Beneteau from France. The 1969 O'Day 22 was penned by C. Raymond Hunt. The Beneteau First 24 was designed by Jean Berret.
In terms of size, the 1969 O'Day 22 measures 6.71m (22.0ft) overall with a beam of 2.29m, compared to the Beneteau First 24 at 7.20m (23.6ft) with a 2.50m beam. The Beneteau First 24 is 0.49m longer than the 1969 O'Day 22. The Beneteau First 24 displaces approximately 62% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1969 O'Day 22 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.87 and 17.7 m² of sail area. The Beneteau First 24, with an SA/D of 21.93 and 27.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Beneteau First 24 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1969 O'Day 22 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 12.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.96). The Beneteau First 24 has a comfort ratio of 14.3 and a capsize screening value of 0.89. The ballast ratios are 36.9% for the 1969 O'Day 22 and 32.9% for the Beneteau First 24, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1969 O'Day 22 provides 4 berths in 1 cabin with 19L of water capacity and 15L of fuel. The Beneteau First 24 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 40L water and 20L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Beneteau First 24 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 Beneteau First 24 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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