2002 Beneteau First 40.7 vs Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 — Comparison
2002 Beneteau First 40.7
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2002 Beneteau First 40.7 | Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2002–2007 | 2010–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Bruce Farr | Daniel Andrieu |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.19 m (40.0 ft) | 9.72 m (31.9 ft) |
| LWL | 10.82 m (35.5 ft) | 8.92 m (29.3 ft) |
| Beam | 3.86 m (12.7 ft) | 3.25 m (10.7 ft) |
| Draft | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,030 kg (15,498 lbs) | 3,900 kg (8,598 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,722 kg (6,001 lbs) | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 74.0 m² (797 ft²) | 50.0 m² (538 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 60 L (15.9 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 80 L (21.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 4 |
| Cabins | 3 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2002 Beneteau First 40.7 and Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2002 Beneteau First 40.7 is a 2000s design by Beneteau from France, while the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 is a modern offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2002 Beneteau First 40.7 was penned by Bruce Farr. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 was designed by Daniel Andrieu.
In terms of size, the 2002 Beneteau First 40.7 measures 12.19m (40.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.86m, compared to the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 at 9.72m (31.9ft) with a 3.25m beam. The 2002 Beneteau First 40.7 is 2.47m longer than the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200. The 2002 Beneteau First 40.7 displaces approximately 80% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2002 Beneteau First 40.7 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 20.49 and 74.0 m² of sail area. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200, with an SA/D of 20.51 and 50.0 m² of canvas, offers generous sail power for spirited sailing. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2002 Beneteau First 40.7 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 14.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.81). The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has a comfort ratio of 14.9 and a capsize screening value of 0.83. The ballast ratios are 38.7% for the 2002 Beneteau First 40.7 and 38.5% for the Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2002 Beneteau First 40.7 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 160L of water capacity and 80L of fuel. The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 80L water and 60L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 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 Jeanneau Sun Fast 3200 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2002 Beneteau First 40.7 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.
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