2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 vs 1976 C&C 33 — Comparison
2013 Beneteau Figaro 3
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 | 1976 C&C 33 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Beneteau | C&C Yachts |
| Year | 2013 | 1976–1982 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | Canada |
| Designer | VPLP / Van Peteghem Lauriot-Prévost | Cuthbertson & Cassian |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 10.10 m (33.1 ft) | 10.06 m (33.0 ft) |
| LWL | 9.45 m (31.0 ft) | 8.23 m (27.0 ft) |
| Beam | 3.40 m (11.2 ft) | 3.35 m (11.0 ft) |
| Draft | 2.10 m (6.9 ft) | 1.52 m (5.0 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 3,450 kg (7,606 lbs) | 4,536 kg (10,000 lbs) |
| Ballast | 1,500 kg (3,307 lbs) | 2,041 kg (4,500 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 65.0 m² (700 ft²) | 42.0 m² (452 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 20 HP | 15 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L (15.9 gal) | 57 L (15.1 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 40 L (10.6 gal) | 95 L (25.1 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 2 | 6 |
| Cabins | 1 | 2 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 and 1976 C&C 33 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 is a modern design by Beneteau from France, while the 1976 C&C 33 is a 1970s offering from C&C Yachts from Canada. The 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 was penned by VPLP / Van Peteghem Lauriot-Prévost. The 1976 C&C 33 was designed by Cuthbertson & Cassian.
In terms of size, the 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 measures 10.10m (33.1ft) overall with a beam of 3.40m, compared to the 1976 C&C 33 at 10.06m (33.0ft) with a 3.35m beam. The 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 is 0.04m longer than the 1976 C&C 33. The 1976 C&C 33 displaces approximately 31% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 has generous sail power for spirited sailing with an SA/D ratio of 28.93 and 65.0 m² of sail area. The 1976 C&C 33, with an SA/D of 15.57 and 42.0 m² of canvas, offers moderate sail power suitable for relaxed cruising. The 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 11.2) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.90). The 1976 C&C 33 has a comfort ratio of 18.1 and a capsize screening value of 0.81. The ballast ratios are 43.5% for the 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 and 45.0% for the 1976 C&C 33, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 provides 2 berths in 1 cabin with 40L of water capacity and 60L of fuel. The 1976 C&C 33 offers 6 berths in 2 cabins with 95L water and 57L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 1976 C&C 33 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 2013 Beneteau Figaro 3 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 1976 C&C 33 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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