2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large vs Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 — Comparison
Beneteau Oceanis 40.1
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large | Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | Beneteau |
| Year | 2012–2017 | 2020 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Umberto Felci | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.35 m (40.5 ft) | 12.28 m (40.3 ft) |
| LWL | 10.82 m (35.5 ft) | 10.78 m (35.4 ft) |
| Beam | 4.02 m (13.2 ft) | 3.99 m (13.1 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,600 kg (5,732 lbs) | 2,600 kg (5,732 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 72.0 m² (775 ft²) | 70.2 m² (756 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large and Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large is a modern design by Dufour from France, while the Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large was penned by Umberto Felci. The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large measures 12.35m (40.5ft) overall with a beam of 4.02m, compared to the Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 at 12.28m (40.3ft) with a 3.99m beam. The 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large is 0.07m longer than the Beneteau Oceanis 40.1.
Looking at performance, the 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.56 and 72.0 m² of sail area. The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1, with an SA/D of 17.12 and 70.2 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.79). The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 has a comfort ratio of 16.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 30.6% for the 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large and 30.6% for the Beneteau Oceanis 40.1, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 250L of water capacity and 120L of fuel. The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 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 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large 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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