2002 Beneteau First 40.7 vs Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 — Comparison
2002 Beneteau First 40.7
Beneteau Oceanis 30.1
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2002 Beneteau First 40.7 | Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Beneteau |
| Year | 2002–2007 | 2019 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Bruce Farr | Marc Lombard |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.19 m (40.0 ft) | 9.53 m (31.3 ft) |
| LWL | 10.82 m (35.5 ft) | 8.65 m (28.4 ft) |
| Beam | 3.86 m (12.7 ft) | 3.10 m (10.2 ft) |
| Draft | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) | 1.65 m (5.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,030 kg (15,498 lbs) | 4,300 kg (9,480 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,722 kg (6,001 lbs) | 1,350 kg (2,976 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 74.0 m² (797 ft²) | 43.0 m² (463 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 28 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 80 L (21.1 gal) | 100 L (26.4 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 160 L (42.3 gal) | 150 L (39.6 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 4 |
| Cabins | 3 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2002 Beneteau First 40.7 and Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2002 Beneteau First 40.7 is a 2000s design by Beneteau from France, while the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 is a modern offering from Beneteau from France. The 2002 Beneteau First 40.7 was penned by Bruce Farr. The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 was designed by Marc Lombard.
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 Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 at 9.53m (31.3ft) with a 3.10m beam. The 2002 Beneteau First 40.7 is 2.66m longer than the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1. The 2002 Beneteau First 40.7 displaces approximately 63% 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 Beneteau Oceanis 30.1, with an SA/D of 16.52 and 43.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2002 Beneteau First 40.7 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 Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 has a comfort ratio of 18.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 38.7% for the 2002 Beneteau First 40.7 and 31.4% for the Beneteau Oceanis 30.1, 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 Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 150L water and 100L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 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 2002 Beneteau First 40.7 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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