2001 Nautor Swan 42 vs Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 — Comparison
2001 Nautor Swan 42
Beneteau Oceanis 40.1
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2001 Nautor Swan 42 | Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Nautor Swan | Beneteau |
| Year | 2001–2006 | 2020 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | Finland | France |
| Designer | German Frers | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.80 m (42.0 ft) | 12.28 m (40.3 ft) |
| LWL | 10.97 m (36.0 ft) | 10.78 m (35.4 ft) |
| Beam | 3.96 m (13.0 ft) | 3.99 m (13.1 ft) |
| Draft | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) | 2.15 m (7.1 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 9,300 kg (20,503 lbs) | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,800 kg (8,378 lbs) | 2,600 kg (5,732 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 82.0 m² (883 ft²) | 70.2 m² (756 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 55 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 200 L (52.8 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 350 L (92.5 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 8 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2001 Nautor Swan 42 and Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2001 Nautor Swan 42 is a 2000s design by Nautor Swan from Finland, while the Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The 2001 Nautor Swan 42 was penned by German Frers. The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 was designed by Marc Lombard.
In terms of size, the 2001 Nautor Swan 42 measures 12.80m (42.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.96m, compared to the Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 at 12.28m (40.3ft) with a 3.99m beam. The 2001 Nautor Swan 42 is 0.52m longer than the Beneteau Oceanis 40.1. The 2001 Nautor Swan 42 displaces approximately 9% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2001 Nautor Swan 42 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 18.84 and 82.0 m² of sail area. The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1, with an SA/D of 17.12 and 70.2 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2001 Nautor Swan 42 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2001 Nautor Swan 42 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.75). The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 has a comfort ratio of 16.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 40.9% for the 2001 Nautor Swan 42 and 30.6% for the Beneteau Oceanis 40.1, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2001 Nautor Swan 42 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 300L of water capacity and 160L of fuel. The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 350L water and 200L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2001 Nautor Swan 42 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 2001 Nautor Swan 42 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The Beneteau Oceanis 40.1 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.