1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 vs 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 — Comparison
1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 | 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Pacific Seacraft |
| Year | 1995–2001 | 1990–2007 |
| Type | Sloop | Cutter |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Groupe Finot | William Crealock |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.68 m (31.8 ft) | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.45 m (27.7 ft) | 8.08 m (26.5 ft) |
| Beam | 3.27 m (10.7 ft) | 3.20 m (10.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 6,350 kg (13,999 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 2,722 kg (6,001 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 44.5 m² (479 ft²) | 51.5 m² (554 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Full |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 28 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 68 L (18.0 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 227 L (60.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 and 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 represent different approaches to sailboat design. The 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 is a 1990s design by Beneteau from France, while the 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 is a 1990s offering from Pacific Seacraft from USA. The 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 was penned by Groupe Finot. The 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 was designed by William Crealock.
In terms of size, the 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 measures 9.68m (31.8ft) overall with a beam of 3.27m, compared to the 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 at 10.36m (34.0ft) with a 3.20m beam. The 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 is 0.68m longer than the 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321. The 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 displaces approximately 51% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.37 and 44.5 m² of sail area. The 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34, with an SA/D of 15.26 and 51.5 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.81). The 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 has a comfort ratio of 27.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.69. The ballast ratios are 35.7% for the 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 and 42.9% for the 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 120L of water capacity and 68L of fuel. The 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 227L water and 114L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1990 Pacific Seacraft 34 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 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 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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