2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large vs Dufour 382 Grand Large — Comparison
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large | Dufour 382 Grand Large |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Dufour | Dufour |
| Year | 2012–2017 | 2014–2018 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Umberto Felci | Felci Yacht Design |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 12.35 m (40.5 ft) | 11.55 m (37.9 ft) |
| LWL | 10.82 m (35.5 ft) | 10.25 m (33.6 ft) |
| Beam | 4.02 m (13.2 ft) | 3.72 m (12.2 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.95 m (6.4 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) | 7,200 kg (15,873 lbs) |
| Ballast | 2,600 kg (5,732 lbs) | 2,200 kg (4,850 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 72.0 m² (775 ft²) | 63.0 m² (678 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 40 HP | 29 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 120 L (31.7 gal) | 140 L (37.0 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 250 L (66.0 gal) | 260 L (68.7 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 8 | 6 |
| Cabins | 3 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large and Dufour 382 Grand Large represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large is a modern design by Dufour from France, while the Dufour 382 Grand Large is a modern offering from Dufour from France. The 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large was penned by Umberto Felci. The Dufour 382 Grand Large was designed by Felci Yacht Design.
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 382 Grand Large at 11.55m (37.9ft) with a 3.72m beam. The 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large is 0.80m longer than the Dufour 382 Grand Large. The 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large displaces approximately 18% 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 382 Grand Large, with an SA/D of 17.17 and 63.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large 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 382 Grand Large has a comfort ratio of 17.0 and a capsize screening value of 0.77. The ballast ratios are 30.6% for the 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large and 30.6% for the Dufour 382 Grand Large, 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 382 Grand Large offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 260L water and 140L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The Dufour 382 Grand Large 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 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2012 Dufour 410 Grand Large 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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