1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 vs 1999 Lagoon 380 — Comparison
1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32
1999 Lagoon 380
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 | 1999 Lagoon 380 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Wauquiez | Lagoon |
| Year | 1990–1998 | 1999–2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Catamaran |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Jean-Marie Finot | Marc Van Peteghem / Vincent Lauriot-Prévost |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.75 m (32.0 ft) | 11.55 m (37.9 ft) |
| LWL | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) | 10.88 m (35.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.15 m (10.3 ft) | 6.53 m (21.4 ft) |
| Draft | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) | 1.15 m (3.8 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,500 kg (9,921 lbs) | 8,200 kg (18,078 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,800 kg (3,968 lbs) | — |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) | 69.0 m² (743 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Mini Keel |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 2 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 65 L (17.2 gal) | 360 L (95.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 600 L (158.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 and 1999 Lagoon 380 represent different approaches to sailboat design. The 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 is a 1990s design by Wauquiez from France, while the 1999 Lagoon 380 is a 1990s offering from Lagoon from France. The 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 was penned by Jean-Marie Finot. The 1999 Lagoon 380 was designed by Marc Van Peteghem / Vincent Lauriot-Prévost.
In terms of size, the 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 measures 9.75m (32.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.15m, compared to the 1999 Lagoon 380 at 11.55m (37.9ft) with a 6.53m beam. The 1999 Lagoon 380 is 1.80m longer than the 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32. The 1999 Lagoon 380 displaces approximately 82% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 15.66 and 42.0 m² of sail area. The 1999 Lagoon 380, with an SA/D of 17.24 and 69.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 1999 Lagoon 380 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The 1999 Lagoon 380 has a comfort ratio of 8.4 and a capsize screening value of 1.30. The ballast ratios are 40.0% for the 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 and 0.0% for the 1999 Lagoon 380, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 provides 5 berths in 2 cabins with 120L of water capacity and 65L of fuel. The 1999 Lagoon 380 offers 8 berths in 4 cabins with 600L water and 360L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1990 Wauquiez Centurion 32 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 1999 Lagoon 380 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1999 Lagoon 380 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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