1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC vs 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 — Comparison
1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC
2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC | 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Hallberg-Rassy |
| Year | 1998–2003 | 2010–2017 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Sweden |
| Designer | Groupe Finot | German Frers |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 12.08 m (39.6 ft) |
| LWL | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 10.40 m (34.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.65 m (12.0 ft) | 3.82 m (12.5 ft) |
| Draft | 1.68 m (5.5 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,100 kg (15,653 lbs) | 9,200 kg (20,283 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,500 kg (5,512 lbs) | 3,500 kg (7,716 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 59.0 m² (635 ft²) | 73.0 m² (786 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 380 L (100.4 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC and 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC is a 1990s design by Beneteau from France, while the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 is a modern offering from Hallberg-Rassy from Sweden. The 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC was penned by Groupe Finot. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 was designed by German Frers.
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 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 at 12.08m (39.6ft) with a 3.82m beam. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 is 1.11m longer than the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 displaces approximately 30% 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 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40, with an SA/D of 16.89 and 73.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 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 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 has a comfort ratio of 19.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.73. The ballast ratios are 35.2% for the 1998 Beneteau Oceanis 36 CC and 38.0% for the 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40, 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 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 380L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 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 2010 Hallberg-Rassy 40 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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