2005 Beneteau Oceanis 423 vs Catalina 387 — Comparison
2005 Beneteau Oceanis 423
Catalina 387
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2005 Beneteau Oceanis 423 | Catalina 387 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | Catalina |
| Year | 2005–2009 | 1996–2003 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | USA |
| Designer | Groupe Finot | Gerry Douglas |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.85 m (42.2 ft) | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) |
| LWL | 11.12 m (36.5 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| Beam | 4.02 m (13.2 ft) | 3.66 m (12.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.70 m (5.6 ft) | 1.96 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,700 kg (19,180 lbs) | 7,484 kg (16,499 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,800 kg (6,173 lbs) | 2,948 kg (6,499 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 73.0 m² (786 ft²) | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 35 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 140 L (37.0 gal) | 114 L (30.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 280 L (74.0 gal) | 227 L (60.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 7 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2005 Beneteau Oceanis 423 and Catalina 387 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2005 Beneteau Oceanis 423 is a 2000s design by Beneteau from France, while the Catalina 387 is a 1990s offering from Catalina from USA. The 2005 Beneteau Oceanis 423 was penned by Groupe Finot. The Catalina 387 was designed by Gerry Douglas.
In terms of size, the 2005 Beneteau Oceanis 423 measures 12.85m (42.2ft) overall with a beam of 4.02m, compared to the Catalina 387 at 11.58m (38.0ft) with a 3.66m beam. The 2005 Beneteau Oceanis 423 is 1.27m longer than the Catalina 387. The 2005 Beneteau Oceanis 423 displaces approximately 16% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2005 Beneteau Oceanis 423 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.53 and 73.0 m² of sail area. The Catalina 387, with an SA/D of 16.73 and 63.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2005 Beneteau Oceanis 423 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2005 Beneteau Oceanis 423 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.5) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.78). The Catalina 387 has a comfort ratio of 18.5 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 32.2% for the 2005 Beneteau Oceanis 423 and 39.4% for the Catalina 387, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2005 Beneteau Oceanis 423 provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 280L of water capacity and 140L of fuel. The Catalina 387 offers 7 berths in 2 cabins with 227L water and 114L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Catalina 387 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 2005 Beneteau Oceanis 423 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2005 Beneteau Oceanis 423 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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