1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 vs 2005 X-Yachts X-35 — Comparison
1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321
2005 X-Yachts X-35
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 | 2005 X-Yachts X-35 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | X-Yachts |
| Year | 1995–2001 | 2005–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Denmark |
| Designer | Groupe Finot | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.68 m (31.8 ft) | 10.59 m (34.7 ft) |
| LWL | 8.45 m (27.7 ft) | 9.40 m (30.8 ft) |
| Beam | 3.27 m (10.7 ft) | 3.30 m (10.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 2,000 kg (4,409 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 44.5 m² (479 ft²) | 56.0 m² (603 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 68 L (18.0 gal) | 65 L (17.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 130 L (34.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 and 2005 X-Yachts X-35 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 is a 1990s design by Beneteau from France, while the 2005 X-Yachts X-35 is a 2000s offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 was penned by Groupe Finot. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 measures 9.68m (31.8ft) overall with a beam of 3.27m, compared to the 2005 X-Yachts X-35 at 10.59m (34.7ft) with a 3.30m beam. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 is 0.91m longer than the 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 displaces approximately 31% 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 2005 X-Yachts X-35, with an SA/D of 18.26 and 56.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 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 2005 X-Yachts X-35 has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 35.7% for the 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 and 36.4% for the 2005 X-Yachts X-35, 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 2005 X-Yachts X-35 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 130L water and 65L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 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 2005 X-Yachts X-35 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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