1997 Dufour 30 Classic vs 1999 Lagoon 380 — Comparison
1997 Dufour 30 Classic
1999 Lagoon 380
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1997 Dufour 30 Classic | 1999 Lagoon 380 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | Lagoon |
| Year | 1997–2003 | 1999–2016 |
| Type | Sloop | Catamaran |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Umberto Felci | Marc Van Peteghem / Vincent Lauriot-Prévost |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.15 m (30.0 ft) | 11.55 m (37.9 ft) |
| LWL | 7.80 m (25.6 ft) | 10.88 m (35.7 ft) |
| Beam | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) | 6.53 m (21.4 ft) |
| Draft | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) | 1.15 m (3.8 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,800 kg (8,378 lbs) | 8,200 kg (18,078 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,400 kg (3,086 lbs) | — |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 40.0 m² (431 ft²) | 69.0 m² (743 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Mini Keel |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 15 HP | 2 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 50 L (13.2 gal) | 360 L (95.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 90 L (23.8 gal) | 600 L (158.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 5 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1997 Dufour 30 Classic and 1999 Lagoon 380 represent different approaches to sailboat design. The 1997 Dufour 30 Classic is a 1990s design by Dufour from France, while the 1999 Lagoon 380 is a 1990s offering from Lagoon from France. The 1997 Dufour 30 Classic was penned by Umberto Felci. The 1999 Lagoon 380 was designed by Marc Van Peteghem / Vincent Lauriot-Prévost.
In terms of size, the 1997 Dufour 30 Classic measures 9.15m (30.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.10m, compared to the 1999 Lagoon 380 at 11.55m (37.9ft) with a 6.53m beam. The 1999 Lagoon 380 is 2.40m longer than the 1997 Dufour 30 Classic. The 1999 Lagoon 380 displaces approximately 116% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1997 Dufour 30 Classic has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.69 and 40.0 m² of sail area. The 1999 Lagoon 380, with an SA/D of 17.24 and 69.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 1999 Lagoon 380 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1997 Dufour 30 Classic offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The 1999 Lagoon 380 has a comfort ratio of 8.4 and a capsize screening value of 1.30. The ballast ratios are 36.8% for the 1997 Dufour 30 Classic and 0.0% for the 1999 Lagoon 380, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1997 Dufour 30 Classic provides 5 berths in 2 cabins with 90L of water capacity and 50L of fuel. The 1999 Lagoon 380 offers 8 berths in 4 cabins with 600L water and 360L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1997 Dufour 30 Classic 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 1999 Lagoon 380 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1999 Lagoon 380 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.