1999 Lagoon 380 vs 2019 Lagoon 46 — Comparison
1999 Lagoon 380
2019 Lagoon 46
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1999 Lagoon 380 | 2019 Lagoon 46 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Lagoon | Lagoon |
| Year | 1999–2016 | 2019 |
| Type | Catamaran | Catamaran |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Marc Van Peteghem / Vincent Lauriot-Prévost | VPLP / Nauta Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.55 m (37.9 ft) | 13.99 m (45.9 ft) |
| LWL | 10.88 m (35.7 ft) | 13.20 m (43.3 ft) |
| Beam | 6.53 m (21.4 ft) | 7.87 m (25.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.15 m (3.8 ft) | 1.32 m (4.3 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,200 kg (18,078 lbs) | 13,800 kg (30,424 lbs) |
| Ballast | — | — |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 69.0 m² (743 ft²) | 110.0 m² (1,184 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Mini Keel | Mini Keel |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 2 HP | 2 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 360 L (95.1 gal) | 520 L (137.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 600 L (158.5 gal) | 920 L (243.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 12 |
| Cabins | 4 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1999 Lagoon 380 and 2019 Lagoon 46 represent two takes on catamaran-rigged sailing. The 1999 Lagoon 380 is a 1990s design by Lagoon from France, while the 2019 Lagoon 46 is a modern offering from Lagoon from France. The 1999 Lagoon 380 was penned by Marc Van Peteghem / Vincent Lauriot-Prévost. The 2019 Lagoon 46 was designed by VPLP / Nauta Design.
In terms of size, the 1999 Lagoon 380 measures 11.55m (37.9ft) overall with a beam of 6.53m, compared to the 2019 Lagoon 46 at 13.99m (45.9ft) with a 7.87m beam. The 2019 Lagoon 46 is 2.44m longer than the 1999 Lagoon 380. The 2019 Lagoon 46 displaces approximately 68% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 1999 Lagoon 380 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.24 and 69.0 m² of sail area. The 2019 Lagoon 46, with an SA/D of 19.42 and 110.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2019 Lagoon 46 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 1999 Lagoon 380 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 8.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 1.30). The 2019 Lagoon 46 has a comfort ratio of 7.5 and a capsize screening value of 1.31. The ballast ratios are 0.0% for the 1999 Lagoon 380 and 0.0% for the 2019 Lagoon 46, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 1999 Lagoon 380 provides 8 berths in 4 cabins with 600L of water capacity and 360L of fuel. The 2019 Lagoon 46 offers 12 berths in 4 cabins with 920L water and 520L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1999 Lagoon 380 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 2019 Lagoon 46 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2019 Lagoon 46 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.