Beneteau First 36.7 vs 2006 X-Yachts X-43 — Comparison
Beneteau First 36.7
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Beneteau First 36.7 | 2006 X-Yachts X-43 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | X-Yachts |
| Year | 2002–2008 | 2006–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Denmark |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.25 m (36.9 ft) | 12.93 m (42.4 ft) |
| LWL | 9.65 m (31.7 ft) | 10.90 m (35.8 ft) |
| Beam | 3.58 m (11.7 ft) | 3.90 m (12.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.98 m (6.5 ft) | 2.25 m (7.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,800 kg (12,787 lbs) | 9,500 kg (20,944 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,100 kg (4,630 lbs) | 3,600 kg (7,937 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 65.0 m² (700 ft²) | 83.0 m² (893 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 55 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 130 L (34.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 200 L (52.8 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Beneteau First 36.7 and 2006 X-Yachts X-43 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Beneteau First 36.7 is a 2000s design by Beneteau from France, while the 2006 X-Yachts X-43 is a 2000s offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The Beneteau First 36.7 was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The 2006 X-Yachts X-43 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the Beneteau First 36.7 measures 11.25m (36.9ft) overall with a beam of 3.58m, compared to the 2006 X-Yachts X-43 at 12.93m (42.4ft) with a 3.90m beam. The 2006 X-Yachts X-43 is 1.68m longer than the Beneteau First 36.7. The 2006 X-Yachts X-43 displaces approximately 64% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Beneteau First 36.7 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.46 and 65.0 m² of sail area. The 2006 X-Yachts X-43, with an SA/D of 18.80 and 83.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Beneteau First 36.7 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Beneteau First 36.7 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.9) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.80). The 2006 X-Yachts X-43 has a comfort ratio of 18.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 36.2% for the Beneteau First 36.7 and 37.9% for the 2006 X-Yachts X-43, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Beneteau First 36.7 provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 200L of water capacity and 120L of fuel. The 2006 X-Yachts X-43 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 250L water and 130L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2006 X-Yachts X-43 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 Beneteau First 36.7 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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