2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 vs Dufour 40 — Comparison
2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411
Dufour 40
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 | Dufour 40 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Dufour |
| Year | 2000–2005 | 2007–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Groupe Finot | Umberto Felci |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.22 m (40.1 ft) | 12.05 m (39.5 ft) |
| LWL | 10.52 m (34.5 ft) | 10.55 m (34.6 ft) |
| Beam | 3.90 m (12.8 ft) | 3.85 m (12.6 ft) |
| Draft | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,200 kg (18,078 lbs) | 7,800 kg (17,196 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,800 kg (6,173 lbs) | 2,400 kg (5,291 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 69.0 m² (743 ft²) | 68.0 m² (732 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 160 L (42.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 and Dufour 40 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 is a 2000s design by Beneteau from France, while the Dufour 40 is a 2000s offering from Dufour from France. The 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 was penned by Groupe Finot. The Dufour 40 was designed by Umberto Felci.
In terms of size, the 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 measures 12.22m (40.1ft) overall with a beam of 3.90m, compared to the Dufour 40 at 12.05m (39.5ft) with a 3.85m beam. The 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 is 0.17m longer than the Dufour 40. The 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 displaces approximately 5% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.24 and 69.0 m² of sail area. The Dufour 40, with an SA/D of 17.56 and 68.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Dufour 40 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The Dufour 40 has a comfort ratio of 16.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 34.2% for the 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 and 30.8% for the Dufour 40, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 250L of water capacity and 130L of fuel. The Dufour 40 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 300L water and 160L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2000 Beneteau Oceanis 411 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 Dufour 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.
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