2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large vs Beneteau Oceanis 38.1 — Comparison
Beneteau Oceanis 38.1
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large | Beneteau Oceanis 38.1 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | Beneteau |
| Year | 2018–2022 | 2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Umberto Felci | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.30 m (33.8 ft) | 11.50 m (37.7 ft) |
| LWL | 9.55 m (31.3 ft) | 10.47 m (34.4 ft) |
| Beam | 3.55 m (11.6 ft) | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 2.08 m (6.8 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,900 kg (13,007 lbs) | 7,150 kg (15,763 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 56.5 m² (608 ft²) | 62.5 m² (673 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 30 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large and Beneteau Oceanis 38.1 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large is a modern design by Dufour from France, while the Beneteau Oceanis 38.1 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large was penned by Umberto Felci. The Beneteau Oceanis 38.1 was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large measures 10.30m (33.8ft) overall with a beam of 3.55m, compared to the Beneteau Oceanis 38.1 at 11.50m (37.7ft) with a 3.72m beam. The Beneteau Oceanis 38.1 is 1.20m longer than the 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large. The Beneteau Oceanis 38.1 displaces approximately 21% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.58 and 56.5 m² of sail area. The Beneteau Oceanis 38.1, with an SA/D of 17.11 and 62.5 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.6) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.79). The Beneteau Oceanis 38.1 has a comfort ratio of 16.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 28.8% for the 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large and 30.8% for the Beneteau Oceanis 38.1, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The Beneteau Oceanis 38.1 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 250L water and 140L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2018 Dufour 360 Grand Large 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 2018 Dufour 360 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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