1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC vs Beneteau First 29 — Comparison
1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC | Beneteau First 29 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Beneteau |
| Year | 1998–2003 | 1995–2000 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Groupe Finot | Bruce Farr |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 8.90 m (29.2 ft) |
| LWL | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 7.95 m (26.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.65 m (12.0 ft) | 2.95 m (9.7 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,100 kg (15,653 lbs) | 3,100 kg (6,834 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs) | 1,080 kg (2,381 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 59.0 m² (635 ft²) | 39.5 m² (425 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 50 L (13.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 5 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC and Beneteau First 29 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC is a 1990s design by Beneteau from France, while the Beneteau First 29 is a 1990s offering from Beneteau from France. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC was penned by Groupe Finot. The Beneteau First 29 was designed by Bruce Farr.
In terms of size, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC measures 10.97m (36.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.65m, compared to the Beneteau First 29 at 8.90m (29.2ft) with a 2.95m beam. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC is 2.07m longer than the Beneteau First 29. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC displaces approximately 129% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC has moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising with an SA/D ratio of 16.23 and 59.0 m² of sail area. The Beneteau First 29, with an SA/D of 18.88 and 39.5 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Beneteau First 29 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.76). The Beneteau First 29 has a comfort ratio of 16.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.81. The ballast ratios are 35.2% for the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC and 34.8% for the Beneteau First 29, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The Beneteau First 29 offers 5 berths in 1 cabin with 80L water and 50L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC 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 Beneteau First 29 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC 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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