Dufour 385 Grand Large vs 2005 X-Yachts X-35 — Comparison
2005 X-Yachts X-35
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | Dufour 385 Grand Large | 2005 X-Yachts X-35 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | X-Yachts |
| Year | 2006–2010 | 2005–2014 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Denmark |
| Designer | Umberto Felci | Niels Jeppesen |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 11.53 m (37.8 ft) | 10.59 m (34.7 ft) |
| LWL | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) | 9.40 m (30.8 ft) |
| Beam | 3.68 m (12.1 ft) | 3.30 m (10.8 ft) |
| Draft | 1.90 m (6.2 ft) | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 7,100 kg (15,653 lbs) | 5,500 kg (12,125 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,150 kg (4,740 lbs) | 2,000 kg (4,409 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 62.0 m² (667 ft²) | 56.0 m² (603 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 29 HP | 21 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 130 L (34.3 gal) | 65 L (17.2 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 130 L (34.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 6 |
| Cabins | 2 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The Dufour 385 Grand Large and 2005 X-Yachts X-35 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The Dufour 385 Grand Large is a 2000s design by Dufour from France, while the 2005 X-Yachts X-35 is a 2000s offering from X-Yachts from Denmark. The Dufour 385 Grand Large was penned by Umberto Felci. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 was designed by Niels Jeppesen.
In terms of size, the Dufour 385 Grand Large measures 11.53m (37.8ft) overall with a beam of 3.68m, compared to the 2005 X-Yachts X-35 at 10.59m (34.7ft) with a 3.30m beam. The Dufour 385 Grand Large is 0.94m longer than the 2005 X-Yachts X-35. The Dufour 385 Grand Large displaces approximately 29% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the Dufour 385 Grand Large has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.05 and 62.0 m² of sail area. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35, with an SA/D of 18.26 and 56.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the Dufour 385 Grand Large offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.4) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.77). The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.75. The ballast ratios are 30.3% for the Dufour 385 Grand Large and 36.4% for the 2005 X-Yachts X-35, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the Dufour 385 Grand Large provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 250L of water capacity and 130L of fuel. The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 130L water and 65L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2005 X-Yachts X-35 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 X-Yachts X-35 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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