Beneteau First 35 vs 2014 X-Yachts X-40 — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Beneteau First 35 | 2014 X-Yachts X-40 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | X-Yachts |
| Year | 2004–2009 | 2014–2019 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Denmark |
| Designer | Farr Yacht Design | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.68 m (35.0 ft) | 12.15 m (39.9 ft) |
| LWL | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 10.70 m (35.1 ft) |
| Beam | 3.45 m (11.3 ft) | 3.70 m (12.1 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 2.20 m (7.2 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) | 8,000 kg (17,637 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,900 kg (4,189 lbs) | 3,000 kg (6,614 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 61.0 m² (657 ft²) | 75.0 m² (807 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 21 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 100 L (26.4 gal) | 110 L (29.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 180 L (47.6 gal) | 220 L (58.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Beneteau First 35 and 2014 X-Yachts X-40 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Beneteau First 35 is a 2000s design by Beneteau from France, while the 2014 X-Yachts X-40 is a modern offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The Beneteau First 35 was penned by Farr Yacht Design. The 2014 X-Yachts X-40 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the Beneteau First 35 measures 10.68m (35.0ft) overall with a beam of 3.45m, compared to the 2014 X-Yachts X-40 at 12.15m (39.9ft) with a 3.70m beam. The 2014 X-Yachts X-40 is 1.47m longer than the Beneteau First 35. The 2014 X-Yachts X-40 displaces approximately 45% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Beneteau First 35 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 19.89 and 61.0 m² of sail area. The 2014 X-Yachts X-40, with an SA/D of 19.05 and 75.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Beneteau First 35 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Beneteau First 35 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.8) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The 2014 X-Yachts X-40 has a comfort ratio of 17.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.74. The ballast ratios are 34.6% for the Beneteau First 35 and 37.5% for the 2014 X-Yachts X-40, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Beneteau First 35 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 180L of water capacity and 100L of fuel. The 2014 X-Yachts X-40 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 220L water and 110L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2014 X-Yachts X-40 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 35 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2014 X-Yachts X-40 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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