2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large vs Dufour 40 — Comparison
2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large
Dufour 40
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large | Dufour 40 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | Dufour |
| Year | 2012–2017 | 2007–2012 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Umberto Felci | Umberto Felci |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.35 m (40.5 ft) | 12.05 m (39.5 ft) |
| LWL | 10.82 m (35.5 ft) | 10.55 m (34.6 ft) |
| Beam | 4.02 m (13.2 ft) | 3.85 m (12.6 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) | 7,800 kg (17,196 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,600 kg (5,732 lbs) | 2,400 kg (5,291 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 72.0 m² (775 ft²) | 68.0 m² (732 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 40 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 160 L (42.3 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 300 L (79.3 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 3 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large and Dufour 40 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large is a modern design by Dufour from France, while the Dufour 40 is a 2000s offering from Dufour from France. The 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large was penned by Umberto Felci. The Dufour 40 was designed by Umberto Felci.
In terms of size, the 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large measures 12.35m (40.5ft) overall with a beam of 4.02m, compared to the Dufour 40 at 12.05m (39.5ft) with a 3.85m beam. The 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large is 0.30m longer than the Dufour 40. The 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large displaces approximately 9% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.56 and 72.0 m² of sail area. The Dufour 40, with an SA/D of 17.56 and 68.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The Dufour 40 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 16.1) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.79). The Dufour 40 has a comfort ratio of 16.4 and a capsize screening value of 0.78. The ballast ratios are 30.6% for the 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large and 30.8% for the Dufour 40, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large provides 8 berths in 3 cabins with 250L of water capacity and 120L of fuel. The Dufour 40 offers 8 berths in 3 cabins with 300L water and 160L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Dufour 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 Dufour 40 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.