1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 vs Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 — Comparison
1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321
Beneteau Oceanis 40.1
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 | Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Beneteau |
| Year | 1995–2001 | 2020 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Groupe Finot | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.68 m (31.8 ft) | 12.28 m (40.3 ft) |
| LWL | 8.45 m (27.7 ft) | 10.78 m (35.4 ft) |
| Beam | 3.27 m (10.7 ft) | 3.99 m (13.1 ft) |
| Draft | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,200 kg (9,259 lbs) | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 2,600 kg (5,732 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 44.5 m² (479 ft²) | 70.2 m² (756 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 68 L (18.0 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 and Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 is a 1990s design by Beneteau from France, while the Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 was penned by Groupe Finot. The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 measures 9.68m (31.8ft) overall with a beam of 3.27m, compared to the Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 at 12.28m (40.3ft) with a 3.99m beam. The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 is 2.60m longer than the 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321. The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 displaces approximately 102% 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 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 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 Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 has a comfort ratio of 16.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 35.7% for the 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 and 30.6% for the Beneteau Oceanis 40.1, 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 Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 321 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: The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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