2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 vs 1978 C&C 24 — Comparison
2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31
1978 C&C 24
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 | 1978 C&C 24 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | C&C Yachts |
| Year | 2010–2016 | 1978–1983 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Canada |
| Designer | Groupe Finot | Cuthbertson & Cassian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 9.68 m (31.8 ft) | 7.32 m (24.0 ft) |
| LWL | 8.60 m (28.2 ft) | 6.10 m (20.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.28 m (10.8 ft) | 2.44 m (8.0 ft) |
| Draft | 1.60 m (5.2 ft) | 1.22 m (4.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 4,300 kg (9,480 lbs) | 1,497 kg (3,300 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,400 kg (3,086 lbs) | 612 kg (1,349 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 45.5 m² (490 ft²) | 24.0 m² (258 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 18 HP | 7 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 19 L (5.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 30 L (7.9 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 6 | 4 |
| Cabins | 2 | 1 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 and 1978 C&C 24 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the 1978 C&C 24 is a 1970s offering from C&C Yachts from Canada. The 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 was penned by Groupe Finot. The 1978 C&C 24 was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian.
In terms of size, the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 measures 9.68m (31.8ft) overall with a beam of 3.28m, compared to the 1978 C&C 24 at 7.32m (24.0ft) with a 2.44m beam. The 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 is 2.36m longer than the 1978 C&C 24. The 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 displaces approximately 187% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.48 and 45.5 m² of sail area. The 1978 C&C 24, with an SA/D of 18.64 and 24.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 1978 C&C 24 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 17.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.81). The 1978 C&C 24 has a comfort ratio of 16.8 and a capsize screening value of 0.85. The ballast ratios are 32.6% for the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 and 40.9% for the 1978 C&C 24, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 provides 6 berths in 2 cabins with 120L of water capacity and 60L of fuel. The 1978 C&C 24 offers 4 berths in 1 cabin with 30L water and 19L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 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 1978 C&C 24 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 31 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.