1980 CS 33 vs Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 — Comparison
1980 CS 33
Beneteau Oceanis 30.1
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1980 CS 33 | Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | CS Yachts | Beneteau |
| Year | 1980–1987 | 2019 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Canada | France |
| Designer | Ray Wall | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) | 9.53 m (31.3 ft) |
| LWL | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) | 8.65 m (28.4 ft) |
| Beam | 3.20 m (10.5 ft) | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,763 kg (10,501 lbs) | 4,300 kg (9,480 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 49.1 m² (529 ft²) | 43.0 m² (463 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 68 L (18.0 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 114 L (30.1 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 4 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1980 CS 33 and Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1980 CS 33 is a 1980s design by CS Yachts from Canada, while the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The 1980 CS 33 was penned by Ray Wall. The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 1980 CS 33 measures 10.06m (33.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.20m, compared to the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 at 9.53m (31.3ft) with a 3.10m beam. The 1980 CS 33 is 0.53m longer than the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1. The 1980 CS 33 displaces approximately 11% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1980 CS 33 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.62 and 49.1 m² of sail area. The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1, with an SA/D of 16.52 and 43.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 1980 CS 33 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1980 CS 33 offers a moderate motion comfort level (comfort ratio: 20.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 has a comfort ratio of 18.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 42.9% for the 1980 CS 33 and 31.4% for the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1980 CS 33 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 114L of water capacity and 68L of fuel. The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 150L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1980 CS 33 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 1980 CS 33 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1980 CS 33 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.