1999 Lagoon 380 vs 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 — Comparison
1999 Lagoon 380
2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 1999 Lagoon 380 | 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Lagoon | Fountaine Pajot |
| Year | 1999–2016 | 2021 |
| Type | Catamaran | Catamaran |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Marc Van Peteghem / Vincent Lauriot-Prévost | Berret-Racoupeau |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.55 m (37.9 ft) | 11.93 m (39.1 ft) |
| LWL | 10.88 m (35.7 ft) | 11.25 m (36.9 ft) |
| Beam | 6.53 m (21.4 ft) | 6.63 m (21.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.15 m (3.8 ft) | 1.18 m (3.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,200 kg (18,078 lbs) | 8,900 kg (19,621 lbs) |
| Ballast | — | — |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 69.0 m² (743 ft²) | 74.0 m² (797 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) | 340 L (89.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 600 L (158.5 gal) | 600 L (158.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 4 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 1999 Lagoon 380 and 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 represent two takes on catamaran-rigged sailing. The 1999 Lagoon 380 is a 1990s design by Lagoon from France, while the 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 is a modern offering from Fountaine Pajot from France. The 1999 Lagoon 380 was penned by Marc Van Peteghem / Vincent Lauriot-Prévost. The 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 was designed by Berret-Racoupeau.
In terms of size, the 1999 Lagoon 380 measures 11.55m (37.9ft) overall with a beam of 6.53m, compared to the 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 at 11.93m (39.1ft) with a 6.63m beam. The 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 is 0.38m longer than the 1999 Lagoon 380. The 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 displaces approximately 9% 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 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40, with an SA/D of 17.50 and 74.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 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 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 has a comfort ratio of 8.4 and a capsize screening value of 1.28. The ballast ratios are 0.0% for the 1999 Lagoon 380 and 0.0% for the 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40, 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 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 offers 8 berths in 4 cabins with 600L water and 340L 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 2021 Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 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.