1995 Beneteau Oceanis 461 vs Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i — Comparison
1995 Beneteau Oceanis 461
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 461 | Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Jeanneau |
| Year | 1995–2000 | 2009–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Groupe Finot | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 14.02 m (46.0 ft) | 13.75 m (45.1 ft) |
| LWL | 12.19 m (40.0 ft) | 12.10 m (39.7 ft) |
| Beam | 4.37 m (14.3 ft) | 4.25 m (13.9 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 11,340 kg (25,000 lbs) | 10,200 kg (22,487 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,629 kg (8,001 lbs) | 3,200 kg (7,055 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 88.3 m² (951 ft²) | 85.0 m² (915 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 400 L (105.7 gal) | 380 L (100.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 4 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 461 and Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 461 is a 1990s design by Beneteau from France, while the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 461 was penned by Groupe Finot. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 461 measures 14.02m (46.0ft) overall with a beam of 4.37m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i at 13.75m (45.1ft) with a 4.25m beam. The 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 461 is 0.27m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i. The 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 461 displaces approximately 11% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 461 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.77 and 88.3 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i, with an SA/D of 18.36 and 85.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 461 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i has a comfort ratio of 14.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.79. The ballast ratios are 32.0% for the 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 461 and 31.4% for the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 461 provides 8 berths in 4 cabins with 400L of water capacity and 200L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 380L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1995 Beneteau Oceanis 461 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 Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 44i 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.