2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S vs 1995 Feeling 39 — Comparison
2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S
1995 Feeling 39
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S | 1995 Feeling 39 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Wauquiez | Feeling |
| Year | 2007–2015 | 1995–2003 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Jean-Marie Finot | Philippe Harlé |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.25 m (40.2 ft) | 11.80 m (38.7 ft) |
| LWL | 10.36 m (34.0 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) | 3.78 m (12.4 ft) |
| Draft | 2.00 m (6.6 ft) | 1.80 m (5.9 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,618 kg (18,999 lbs) | 7,800 kg (17,196 lbs) |
| Ballast | 3,629 kg (8,001 lbs) | 3,000 kg (6,614 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 71.5 m² (770 ft²) | 66.0 m² (710 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 35 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 150 L (39.6 gal) | 120 L (31.7 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 300 L (79.3 gal) | 250 L (66.0 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 7 |
| Cabins | 2 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S and 1995 Feeling 39 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S is a 2000s design by Wauquiez from France, while the 1995 Feeling 39 is a 1990s offering from Feeling from France. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S was penned by Jean-Marie Finot. The 1995 Feeling 39 was designed by Philippe Harlé.
In terms of size, the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S measures 12.25m (40.2ft) overall with a beam of 3.72m, compared to the 1995 Feeling 39 at 11.80m (38.7ft) with a 3.78m beam. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S is 0.45m longer than the 1995 Feeling 39. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S displaces approximately 10% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.28 and 71.5 m² of sail area. The 1995 Feeling 39, with an SA/D of 17.05 and 66.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 19.3) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.73). The 1995 Feeling 39 has a comfort ratio of 18.2 and a capsize screening value of 0.76. The ballast ratios are 42.1% for the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S and 38.5% for the 1995 Feeling 39, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S provides 7 berths in 2 cabins with 300L of water capacity and 150L of fuel. The 1995 Feeling 39 offers 7 berths in 3 cabins with 250L water and 120L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S 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 2007 Wauquiez Centurion 40S 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.